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eni_iilorak's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Death, Death of parent, Rape, Classism, Racism, Colonisation, Child abuse, and Murder
Moderate: Gore, War, Blood, Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Pregnancy, Grief, and Sexual content
bookedbymadeline's review
The plotline follows the myth fairly closely from what I know about Medea’s story, as I know only the basics from the myth. I loved all the allusions to the original story with the names of the ships and other small details. I also liked the setting and historical background of the VOC (Dutch East India Company)
Sadly though I just couldn’t get into it. As much as I love myth retellings, the writing and characters were just okay-nothing to pull me in or making me want to keep reading-just not my cup of tea but others will most likely enjoy it.
Sadly though I just couldn’t get into it. As much as I love myth retellings, the writing and characters were just okay-nothing to pull me in or making me want to keep reading-just not my cup of tea but others will most likely enjoy it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Child abuse, Physical abuse, Colonisation, and Violence
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