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lissfitz's review
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
motherofladybirds's review against another edition
3.0
I loved the characters and descriptions of food, and landscape and the language of Trinidad. I felt I could have done with some trigger warnings for self harm and domestic violence. The end was very shocking and I felt the lack of resolution. I mostly enjoyed this read.
booksandbabble's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
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
3.75
Graphic: Sexual content, Violence, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Sexual assault, Homophobia, Infidelity, Hate crime, Self harm, Toxic relationship, Suicide attempt, and Physical abuse
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Fire/Fire injury, and Alcoholism
tessyoung's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book despite some initial scepticism. A definite case of you shouldn't judge a book by the cover, or necessarily the title, both of which gave rise to doubts. I could not have been more wrong. It's beautifully written, the characters draw you in and you want to spend time with them. The narrative is broad and wide ranging but takes you with it every step of the way and you feel enriched by sharing in the story. I'm not one for spoilers so I don't want to detail all the richness of plot and the issues covered but there such range and depth. The language, both vocabulary and rhythm, not only builds the characters but helps immerse you in their worlds and experience. I'll say again, I loved it!
blackloreuk's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
sad
slow-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
4.25
nenye_sage's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
thandi's review against another edition
emotional
funny
sad
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
4.0
ranti's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
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? It's complicated
4.25
gayspacealien's review against another edition
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5