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auntierarareads 's review for:
The Prodigal Son
by Sara Cate
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
There are a lot of trigger warnings in this story and, rightfully so. I would suggest anyone who has specific struggles to read them first.
I also suggest reading the 3 previous books. While not required, I found it to personally make in how much Isaac struggled, his relationship with his dad, his brothers, his career, everything. Everything that leads up to it is important to know.
That being said, it was such a good story. Both Jensen and Isaac have some very big hurdles to overcome and many times I found myself crying so hard for what they had to endure as both a couple and as individuals. The struggle is real and, even though I've always been supportive of the rainbow community, I'm grateful for this story to give me an appreciation for what many people have gone through.
I also suggest reading the 3 previous books. While not required, I found it to personally make in how much Isaac struggled, his relationship with his dad, his brothers, his career, everything. Everything that leads up to it is important to know.
That being said, it was such a good story. Both Jensen and Isaac have some very big hurdles to overcome and many times I found myself crying so hard for what they had to endure as both a couple and as individuals. The struggle is real and, even though I've always been supportive of the rainbow community, I'm grateful for this story to give me an appreciation for what many people have gone through.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Cursing, Homophobia, Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Medical trauma, Suicide attempt, Outing, Alcohol
Moderate: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Vomit, Death of parent