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kristie_deaver's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Multiple timelines and characters are well woven to tell the story of a family’s legacy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse and Physical abuse
Moderate: Sexual harassment, Abortion, Sexual violence, and Rape
Minor: Pregnancy
saville08's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The atmosphere was on par, the writing style brought you in and the characters were very interesting. My favorite character was the brother, I loved the sibling bond that is in the book. Though the end was wrapped up nicely, felt like for Altha's storyline that there was more that could have gone into wrapping up her story. Overall enjoyed it.
Trigger warnings:
Spiders
Sexual Abuse
Domestic Abuse
Stalking
Trigger warnings:
Spiders
Sexual Abuse
Domestic Abuse
Stalking
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy, Abortion, Sexual assault, Stalking, Rape, Child death, Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, Suicide attempt, Sexual violence, Sexual harassment, Sexism, Miscarriage, Domestic abuse, and Emotional abuse
retrogirl20's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This was amazing! Pure divine feminine rage and power. I loved this so much and will be reading all of what Emilia Hart writes!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault, Miscarriage, Pregnancy, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Sexual harassment, and Rape
coffeekitaab's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
'Weyward' is Emilia Hart's debut novel telling the story of three women spanning five centuries and the trials and tribulations they literally face despite the different eras to which they belong. A blend of historical fiction and magical realism, taking you on a journey through time.
Content triggers should be noted. The author has written a deeply moving, profound story and I found myself overwhelmed at certain moments as the running theme is female empowerment and the courage and resilience shown by women in the face of adversity.
The author spins a tale of the central characters expericing horrific lows to enable the climax to reach its greatest height. I do think the story dipped for me in the middle but it picks up again quickly and each character Kate, Violent, Altha's had gripping stories that commanded attention. The author is convincing in attempting the various time periods and the plot flows naturally. "Wild" and the stereotype/judgement when using it as an adjective was also blasted away in this book (the element of historical fiction meant it brought its own definition depending on the timeline) but I enjoyed how it came to a full circle in the end when it is used in its original form to describe the beauty of nature, and the creatures that belong to it, a strong emphasis on those usually associated with negative connotations/ bad fortune (spiders, crows etc).
Definitely a heavy read but one of the best in this genre.
Thank you Netgalley and Harper Collins for the advanced copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. I look forward to seeing more from Emilia Hart in the future!
Content triggers should be noted. The author has written a deeply moving, profound story and I found myself overwhelmed at certain moments as the running theme is female empowerment and the courage and resilience shown by women in the face of adversity.
The author spins a tale of the central characters expericing horrific lows to enable the climax to reach its greatest height. I do think the story dipped for me in the middle but it picks up again quickly and each character Kate, Violent, Altha's had gripping stories that commanded attention. The author is convincing in attempting the various time periods and the plot flows naturally. "Wild" and the stereotype/judgement when using it as an adjective was also blasted away in this book (the element of historical fiction meant it brought its own definition depending on the timeline) but I enjoyed how it came to a full circle in the end when it is used in its original form to describe the beauty of nature, and the creatures that belong to it, a strong emphasis on those usually associated with negative connotations/ bad fortune (spiders, crows etc).
Definitely a heavy read but one of the best in this genre.
Thank you Netgalley and Harper Collins for the advanced copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. I look forward to seeing more from Emilia Hart in the future!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Miscarriage, Abortion, Rape, Sexual assault, Pregnancy, Injury/Injury detail, Alcohol, Death, Sexual violence, Vomit, Physical abuse, and Sexual harassment
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