A review by contre_qui
Sorrowland by Rivers Solomon

dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

Absolutely one of the best books of the year. Once again, Rivers Solomon does not disappoint. This is such a dark, interesting book. The horror was horrifying without being necessarily scary, the science fiction elements are beautifully included. I really couldn't get enough of this. The prose is amazing, the plot was intriguing and weird without being difficult to follow. I loved the presentation of gender. It's such a complex and disturbing book. Some parts felt a little heavy handed but it felt intentional enough that I didn't mind them.
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