A review by cinnamonmarti
The Women Could Fly by Megan Giddings

emotional mysterious reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.75

This was a peculiar and thought-provoking read. I think the author found a great way to meld together dystopian elements with intersectional feminism and magic. At times the social commentary was very blatantly spelled out, but I didn't mind that much, maybe because I found a lot of my own thoughts and worries in there.
I really loved the prose, the idea of magic as a powerful driving force for creativity, community and self-growth, the harsh choice between running away to a safe haven or facing the evils of a rotten society. The whole underlying question that torments Jo , 'how can I know I truly love someone and want to follow this path if it's the only way to get a modicum of freedom?' -- ouch. That hurt so much.
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