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A review by rim_eh
Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao
adventurous
dark
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? Yes
3.25
This book started off quite fast paced and I was instantly sucked in to the story of the main character.
In a world run by money and propaganda, where women are viewed as disposable and less than, the heroine is pissed off and determined to be recognised as equal. Her mental fortitude and pragmatism is almost too strong to be believable considering her upbringing.
The romance is closed door, if anyone was wondering.
The last part of the book felt more superficial or detached than the beginning and I had trouble getting in to it.
I also discovered I’m not a huge fan of mecha (mega transformer machines fighting a war), but despite all that it was an entertaining enough story.
In a world run by money and propaganda, where women are viewed as disposable and less than, the heroine is pissed off and determined to be recognised as equal. Her mental fortitude and pragmatism is almost too strong to be believable considering her upbringing.
The romance is closed door, if anyone was wondering.
The last part of the book felt more superficial or detached than the beginning and I had trouble getting in to it.
I also discovered I’m not a huge fan of mecha (mega transformer machines fighting a war), but despite all that it was an entertaining enough story.
Content Warnings
Graphic: War
Moderate: Rape and Violence
Minor: Sexual violence and Suicidal thoughts