A review by laaztecabella
The Book Eaters by Sunyi Dean

dark tense 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? N/A

5.0

 Okay, if I could give this book higher than 5-stars, I would! First off, I listened to the audiobook version, and I am absolutely in love with Katie Erich's narration!!! Like, I need more of her voice LOL
Second, I just loved the overall story. I've been talking about this book nonstop with my partner and I feel like it will be awhile before I can get it out of my head. I felt quite connected with Devon especially when she was (view spoiler) I was devastated for her!! And I totally understand her struggle of wanting to be free, truly free of the patriarchy and tradition. I understand her devotion to Cai. Like, as dark and sad the story may seem at times, it feels so relatable and real. I feel like I have so much I want to say but I am also at a loss at what to say about this story because it's just that good. I am going to end this review with three quotes that really stood out for me in this story:
"love was not inherently good..."
"Trauma became routine, and cruelty mundane. Just life, innit."
"It was always the same story, she thought tiredly. Just small, angry men, clinging to fading power. They feared living without privilege because they’d abused it against others, and were now terrified of suffering the same cruelty they’d routinely dealt out."
 
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