A review by ladybug12793
Weyward by Emilia Hart

dark emotional inspiring sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

thought provoking but triggering. Check TW.

I keep reading reviews talking about how it’s unrealistic that three different women in the family suffered from abuse or sexual assault. It is estimated that 1 in 3 women have experienced sexual violence and 3 in 10 women have experienced domestic violence. These statistics are believed to be even higher than reported. I’d also make the assumption that these occurrences were even more common in the past. So, can you really call three women in a family over the course of several centuries experiencing these things unrealistic? While these topics are incredibly hard to read about, I really enjoyed this book. I personally felt that it was empowering, but I understand that it can be too much for others.

Major TWs: multiple (g)rapes (one of a minor), gaslighting, domestic violence, abortion, suicidal ideation and plan

* please disregard grammatical errors due to voice texting. Thanks.
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