A review by gracef1221
Arcadia by Emmanuelle Bayamack-Tam

emotional reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

It has been really informative to hear a story that so openly discusses the character’s intersex identity. The book never shied away from details and harsh internal criticisms that the character experiences. And overall, what a compelling thought-provoking narrative. To introduce this problematic and manipulative cult through the eyes of a child that has know nothing else is a great way to show the indoctrination. Despite knowing myself that the cult and leader are extremely abusive and pedophilic, the POV it’s written in idealizes the situation. I found myself losing interest or getting bored somewhat often while reading, but still enjoyed it.