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A review by stephloves
Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee Baker
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.75
4.75 Stars
This is the sort of book that in the moment, I've absolutely loved. But could go one of two ways after a period of time. Either I'll think about this regularly months later, or I'll never think about it again. And on that basis, I want to give myself wiggle room to upgrade this to a 5 star read if necessary.
This was gory, gruesome and incredibly atmospheric. This has been my first "Covid-19" type book and I actually loved what Kylie did with this. Combining the pandemic with racism, and Chinese mythology of hungry ghost was so very well done. I found this story truly fascinating. As well as Kylie's authors note at the end.
My first book from Kylie, I will definitely pick more up from her.
This is the sort of book that in the moment, I've absolutely loved. But could go one of two ways after a period of time. Either I'll think about this regularly months later, or I'll never think about it again. And on that basis, I want to give myself wiggle room to upgrade this to a 5 star read if necessary.
This was gory, gruesome and incredibly atmospheric. This has been my first "Covid-19" type book and I actually loved what Kylie did with this. Combining the pandemic with racism, and Chinese mythology of hungry ghost was so very well done. I found this story truly fascinating. As well as Kylie's authors note at the end.
My first book from Kylie, I will definitely pick more up from her.