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A review by readingelli
Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao
adventurous
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
A fantastic debut. Well written, imaginative, had me hooked from the first page. I loved the overturn of classic tropes, such as making a love triangle a polyamorous triad .
I am really interested to see where the author will take the next book, especially as Zetian is extremely femmephobic and rejects female companionship. Is this a product of the setting? Is it a product of their complicated feelings about their own gender?
I am really interested to see where the author will take the next book, especially as Zetian is extremely femmephobic and rejects female companionship. Is this a product of the setting? Is it a product of their complicated feelings about their own gender?
Graphic: Addiction, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Blood, Gore, Murder, Sexism, Sexual harassment, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Violence, and War
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Classism, Death, Dysphoria, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Misogyny, Sexual assault, and Sexual content
Minor: Medical content and Xenophobia