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stark_raving_bibliophile 's review for:
Julia
by Sandra Newman
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Solid retelling of Orwell’s 1984 from a female perspective and a vivid, intelligent study of totalitarianism. The novel is faithful to Orwell’s world building and also expands upon it, making it both familiar and surprising.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Confinement, Rape, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Death of parent, Murder, Pregnancy, War
Minor: Animal cruelty