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A review by alkaiadyne
August Kitko and the Mechas from Space by Alex White
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
While not a horrible book, I found myself wanting with what I had desired to get from reading this book.
Overall August Kitko was still a fun read, and I appreciated the queer normative world. But I was left wanting in terms of character depth and the relationship between the MC and their partner felt very service level and superficial to me. With also none of the MCs character development in regards to these giant mechas from space feeling very earned or worked for and instead like developments of convenience. There was though, some commentary and reflection of the MCs mental and emotional health in response to the events which happened throughout the plot that I believe were handled very well.
I would say that this book would be good for people who enjoy stories that are queer to their very core, are fast-paced and enjoy narratives with a lighter tone to them even in the face of dire events.
Overall August Kitko was still a fun read, and I appreciated the queer normative world. But I was left wanting in terms of character depth and the relationship between the MC and their partner felt very service level and superficial to me. With also none of the MCs character development in regards to these giant mechas from space feeling very earned or worked for and instead like developments of convenience. There was though, some commentary and reflection of the MCs mental and emotional health in response to the events which happened throughout the plot that I believe were handled very well.
I would say that this book would be good for people who enjoy stories that are queer to their very core, are fast-paced and enjoy narratives with a lighter tone to them even in the face of dire events.
Content Warnings
Minor: Vomit, Panic attacks/disorders, Medical trauma, Gore, War, Dysphoria, Drug use, Injury/Injury detail, Alcohol, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Violence, Gun violence, Blood, Self harm, Medical content, Genocide, Death of parent, Death, Suicide, and Terminal illness