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A review by xzannahx
Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao
4.0
A solid 4 stars.
The world created in Iron Widow was incredible, and the characters were okay. The blend of Chinese history and mythology combined with mechs, a post-apocalyptic setting, and tinged with a bit of cyberpunk really worked for me. I had some trouble with the pacing, as well as some plot holes and other minor grievances (ahem- not enough Chrysalis battles or more focus on how they work). I will also warn that this book was way darker than I expected it to be, and for the most part, that works in the overall narrative.
Also, huge thanks to the author who credited the anime, Darling in the Franxx, as inspiration for her story- I may just go watch that while I eagerly await her next book.
The world created in Iron Widow was incredible, and the characters were okay. The blend of Chinese history and mythology combined with mechs, a post-apocalyptic setting, and tinged with a bit of cyberpunk really worked for me. I had some trouble with the pacing, as well as some plot holes and other minor grievances (ahem- not enough Chrysalis battles or more focus on how they work). I will also warn that this book was way darker than I expected it to be, and for the most part, that works in the overall narrative.
Also, huge thanks to the author who credited the anime, Darling in the Franxx, as inspiration for her story- I may just go watch that while I eagerly await her next book.