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416 pages • first pub 2022 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780358755326
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
A fascinating historical novel about Hilde, an orphan who experiences Berlin on the cusp of World War II as she discovers her own voice and sexuality, ultimately finding a family when she gets a job at a gay cabaret, by award-winning author Kip Wi...
Community Reviews Summary of 212 reviews
Moods
hopeful 36%
sad 36%
tense 36%
reflective 35%
dark 29%
challenging 20%
informative 20%
inspiring 16%
adventurous 9%
mysterious 3%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%
Pace
medium 30%
slow 2%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 51% | Character: 38% | Plot: 10%Strong character development?
Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 7% | N/A: 3%Loveable characters?
Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 86% | No: 6% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 61% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 13%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Antisemitism, Homophobia, Police brutalityModerate
Hate crime, Lesbophobia, TransphobiaMinor
Death of parent, Toxic relationship, Violence416 pages • first pub 2022 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780358755326
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
A fascinating historical novel about Hilde, an orphan who experiences Berlin on the cusp of World War II as she discovers her own voice and sexuality, ultimately finding a family when she gets a job at a gay cabaret, by award-winning author Kip Wi...
Community Reviews Summary of 212 reviews
Moods
hopeful 36%
sad 36%
tense 36%
reflective 35%
dark 29%
challenging 20%
informative 20%
inspiring 16%
adventurous 9%
mysterious 3%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%
Pace
medium 30%
slow 2%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 51% | Character: 38% | Plot: 10%Strong character development?
Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 7% | N/A: 3%Loveable characters?
Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 86% | No: 6% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 61% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 13%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Antisemitism, Homophobia, Police brutalityModerate
Hate crime, Lesbophobia, TransphobiaMinor
Death of parent, Toxic relationship, Violence