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thebowandthebook's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Incredibly vibrant description and characterization, felt like I was transported straight to NYC. Storyline was good, intertwining in interesting ways. Good emotional attachment to some characters (especially the Elephant), but not all of the characters were likable, but they were very lifelike.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Racial slurs, and Cursing
Moderate: Racism, Gun violence, Murder, and Sexual content
Minor: Drug use, Infidelity, and Suicide
etbogert's review
challenging
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Rape, Sexual content, Addiction, Bullying, Child abuse, Forced institutionalization, Hate crime, Racial slurs, and Sexual assault
badmom's review
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol and Alcoholism
Moderate: Violence, Suicide, Gun violence, Addiction, Death, and Drug abuse
Minor: Dementia, Grief, Racial slurs, Sexual content, and Classism
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