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Δάκρυα Ξυράφι by S.A. Cosby

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larachism's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional fast-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

eusteph's review against another edition

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dark emotional hopeful inspiring sad tense fast-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

5.0

I knew I would love this book less than 20 pages into it, and I wasn't wrong.

This story is both heartbreaking and heartwarming in that it deals with the topics of racism, homophobia, and transphobia in a very down-to-earth way. Honestly, if someone told me this was based on real life events, I would believe it, that's how well crafted it was.

Although the ending of the book was quite sad, it made sense and was the perfect way to wrap up this tale. I cannot wait to read more by the author.

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maryslittleway's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional mysterious reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

unequivocally_jaye's review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional sad tense slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

Honestly, it took me til about chapter 20 to really get pulled into the story line. Overall, good read. I wish we knew more about Gerald Winthrop Culpepper and his connection when trying to piece things together early on in the book. I felt like the character was thrown at me..or maybe I was trying too hard to focus in and missed the connection. 4/5 stars for me. I look forward to reading some of Crosby's other pieces.