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A review by kt1432
River Woman, River Demon by Jennifer Givhan
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
A refreshing blend of magical realism and mystery/thriller centered around brujeria and other cultural Magick, and being haunted by past trauma. The characters were complex and frustrating yet sometimes relatable. Who can you really trust in life; can you even trust yourself? And as a foodie and lover of Latin American cuisines, the food descriptions were awesome.
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Misogyny, Blood, Death, Infidelity, and Murder
Moderate: Gaslighting, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, and Domestic abuse
Minor: Addiction and Racism