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A review by busymomsreadtoo
The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
challenging
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
CW: Sexual assault (heavy), infant/child death, language, death + violence, pregnancy out of wedlock + shaming
This book is a heavy read. It deals with the topics of sexual assault and other crimes against women. Although it is difficult to stomach at times, I couldn’t stop listening to the audiobook. It was very well done and the story kept me engaged. The historical setting was fun and I loved the midwife angle. While I didn’t like some blanket statements made against men in the book, I appreciated that the author had examples of strong, kind men that protected and loved their women to balance it out. 4.5 stars
This book is a heavy read. It deals with the topics of sexual assault and other crimes against women. Although it is difficult to stomach at times, I couldn’t stop listening to the audiobook. It was very well done and the story kept me engaged. The historical setting was fun and I loved the midwife angle. While I didn’t like some blanket statements made against men in the book, I appreciated that the author had examples of strong, kind men that protected and loved their women to balance it out. 4.5 stars
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Sexual violence, and Violence
Moderate: Cursing and Pregnancy