A review by natraf_reads
Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

adventurous dark fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

This was one of the easiest five stars I’ve ever given. I was OBSESSED with this book from start to finish!! I could not get enough. From the first page I was hooked!! Exceptionally written, I would absolutely recommend this book!!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Misogyny, Sexism, Violence, War, and Injury/Injury detail

Moderate: Addiction, Death, Physical abuse, Violence, Blood, War, and Classism

Minor: Sexual assault and Slavery

Foot binding, forced sex work