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Iron Widow
by Xiran Jay Zhao
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I really enjoyed this book! The author has described it as "Pacific Rim meets A Handmaid's Tale," and they're correct. I'd also describe this as a "catharsis trip," as opposed to a "power trip." And the imagery is excellent!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Misogyny, Sexism, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Violence, Sexual harassment
Minor: War
The first page has a full description of the content warnings.