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careinthelibrary's review against another edition
- 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
3.5
Jess is a compelling protagonist. Imperfect, determined, brave.
This Malaysian dark fantasy novel has deep roots in history, folklore, spirituality, and queer experiences.
Ah Ma and Jess' unconventional, claustrophobic, dynamic relationship was my favourite aspect of this. She is haunted and possessed by her funny, wise, cutthroat grandmother and they use this time to bond, learn, grow. Unwind the cycle of grief, pain, and trauma.
Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, Homophobia, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, Lesbophobia, Outing, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Cancer and Self harm
Minor: Alcohol
rachbake's review against another edition
- 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
4.0
Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, and Sexual assault
mccall17's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
Graphic: Death, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Violence, and Blood
lilly_anne's review against another edition
- 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
4.25
Graphic: Homophobia, Sexual assault, and Violence
Moderate: Alcoholism, Cancer, Cursing, Death, Physical abuse, Blood, and Murder
Minor: Racism and Rape
tamara_joy's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
4.0
Minor: Death, Domestic abuse, Infidelity, Rape, Murder, Lesbophobia, and Injury/Injury detail
charnyreads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Graphic: Cancer, Death, Racism, Rape, Sexual assault, Blood, Medical content, Kidnapping, Grief, Murder, Pregnancy, Lesbophobia, Outing, and Injury/Injury detail
readingelli's review against another edition
3.75
Graphic: Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Violence, and Murder
Moderate: Cancer and Death
Minor: Alcoholism and Domestic abuse
samants's review against another edition
- 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
4.0
On the other hand, though the overall plot was good, and I saw how the narrative arc led to the conclusion the book had (for example,
Graphic: Death, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Violence
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Homophobia
charlieeee's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Graphic: Violence
Moderate: Sexual assault and Religious bigotry
Minor: Cancer, Death, and Homophobia
small_giant_plans's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, and Violence