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A review by talstrel
The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin
adventurous
dark
emotional
medium-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? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Death, Sexual content, Slavery, and Grief
Moderate: Rape and Sexual assault
Minor: Cannibalism and Pregnancy
Institutionalised forced pregnancy and rape is a prominent part of the book. The rape of side characters is mentioned multiple times, and two of the main characters are institutionally coerced to have a child together.