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adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
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:
Yes
I received this novel's ARC through NetGalley (a huge thanks!) and I couldn't be be more overjoyed that I was given this opportunity because for me, "Motheater" was an extremely positive reading experience due to of a multitude of factors.
Firstly, Linda H. Codega has an amazing writing flow, which is consistent throughout the entirety of their novel. In addition, their subtle, natural humour made the read very enjoyable. Codega's language isn't overly complicated either and is even further enhanced by their beautiful writing quality and style.
Secondly, I immediately fell in love with the lively personalities of the protagonists. Both Motheater and Bennie immediately bewitched me, and they only grew closer to my heart as the novel continued. Even the secondary characters were well fleshed out and had me genuinely interested in their stories.
Furthermore, the plot confronts the reader with an awareness of the nature around us, which I deem very important. Codega describes the soul of nature in such a way that genuinely made my heart ache as I was confronted with the daunting effects of its destruction.
Fourthly, I was thrilled by the POV switches, which I had not been expecting. Motheater's chapters had me constantly on the edge of my seat despite knowing how her past would ultimately end! The switches of perspective were also very refreshing and added a lot to the story.
To conclude, when I first picked up Motheater, I had never heard of the author, Linda H. Codega, before rest assured, I will purchase any future books of theirs as I loved the book from beginning to end! 10/10 would recommend. I will purchase a physical copy as soon as the novel is released!
Firstly, Linda H. Codega has an amazing writing flow, which is consistent throughout the entirety of their novel. In addition, their subtle, natural humour made the read very enjoyable. Codega's language isn't overly complicated either and is even further enhanced by their beautiful writing quality and style.
Secondly, I immediately fell in love with the lively personalities of the protagonists. Both Motheater and Bennie immediately bewitched me, and they only grew closer to my heart as the novel continued. Even the secondary characters were well fleshed out and had me genuinely interested in their stories.
Furthermore, the plot confronts the reader with an awareness of the nature around us, which I deem very important. Codega describes the soul of nature in such a way that genuinely made my heart ache as I was confronted with the daunting effects of its destruction.
Fourthly, I was thrilled by the POV switches, which I had not been expecting. Motheater's chapters had me constantly on the edge of my seat despite knowing how her past would ultimately end! The switches of perspective were also very refreshing and added a lot to the story.
To conclude, when I first picked up Motheater, I had never heard of the author, Linda H. Codega, before rest assured, I will purchase any future books of theirs as I loved the book from beginning to end! 10/10 would recommend. I will purchase a physical copy as soon as the novel is released!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Blood
Moderate: Death, Self harm, Abandonment
Minor: Sexual harassment, War, Classism