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A review by darumachan
I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys
adventurous
challenging
dark
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
This is one of those rare books that does everything it sets out to do-- it is at once a gripping thriller, a thoughtful political commentary, and a moving coming-of-age story. Check out the author's note for insight into the connection between historical research and writing a work of historical fiction. I also appreciated the use of Romanian language in some of the dialogue and the chapter headings.
Graphic: Forced institutionalization, Terminal illness, Violence, Child death, Police brutality, Blood, Grief, Kidnapping, and Genocide