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A review by lizshayne
Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
You know when a book is a good book, just not a book for you?
I could tell how much I would enjoy this book if I was a different person, one who was in the mood to read about teenage fury and who liked giant mechas (yes, I realize the obvious flaw in my reading choice).
The story was great, the anger was visceral, the love triangle was *chef's kiss* and I NEVER say that. And the aesthetic was just not me and I'm tired of angry girls. I think I've reached the age of wanting angry middle-aged women. Anyway, if you—on the other hand—want glorious girl rage and giant mechas, pick this book up.
I could tell how much I would enjoy this book if I was a different person, one who was in the mood to read about teenage fury and who liked giant mechas (yes, I realize the obvious flaw in my reading choice).
The story was great, the anger was visceral, the love triangle was *chef's kiss* and I NEVER say that. And the aesthetic was just not me and I'm tired of angry girls. I think I've reached the age of wanting angry middle-aged women. Anyway, if you—on the other hand—want glorious girl rage and giant mechas, pick this book up.