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A review by jenny_librarian
Fire Becomes Her by Rosiee Thor
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Queer characters and coming-of-age on a political background storyline.
The political side of this story will only matter to those who already have an interest in politics, without knowing too much (because a lot of it is explanation of how politics work). I didn’t learn anything new and the “good” and “bad” sides (which are quite similar to our left and right) we’re established from the get go. Still, it had its moments.
I also figured out the plot twist about 100 pages in, waaaaaaay before the big reveal. It’s pretty obvious if you think about it even a little. I don’t think the book is made to keep you in the dark until then, and it’s fine that way.
To me, the political aspect was mostly just a backdrop for the really interesting thing: the QPR. We need more of those – and of different kinds of relationships in general – in literature.
This is it, the reason I gave this book an easy 4.75 stars. Having a QPR plainly written out, as well as a main character trying to understand her sexual and romantic orientations, is so refreshing. It feels good to have this kind of rep.
The political side of this story will only matter to those who already have an interest in politics, without knowing too much (because a lot of it is explanation of how politics work). I didn’t learn anything new and the “good” and “bad” sides (which are quite similar to our left and right) we’re established from the get go. Still, it had its moments.
I also figured out the plot twist about 100 pages in, waaaaaaay before the big reveal. It’s pretty obvious if you think about it even a little. I don’t think the book is made to keep you in the dark until then, and it’s fine that way.
To me, the political aspect was mostly just a backdrop for the really interesting thing: the QPR. We need more of those – and of different kinds of relationships in general – in literature.
This is it, the reason I gave this book an easy 4.75 stars. Having a QPR plainly written out, as well as a main character trying to understand her sexual and romantic orientations, is so refreshing. It feels good to have this kind of rep.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Police brutality and Murder