A review by archaicgambit
The Past Is Red by Catherynne M. Valente

dark funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

This book was incredible. I'm shocked by how lush the world was in such a short amount of time. The non-linear storytelling led to perfect reveals. Tetley is such a charming protagonist, and though the prose is very much Valente, and has a voice of it's own, as does Tetley. 
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