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A review by bookthief404
Cinderella Is Dead by Kalynn Bayron
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
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
2.0
The beginning was certainly a little slow.
I think the author probably wanted to get the initial world building out of the way quickly, as is common in fantasy books, however I really do think it was quite rushed.
A main theme of the book was the oppression of women and extreme misogynistic practices, and though every way the author showed this is a reality for some in real life, it was laid on pretty heavily at the beginning to get the point across that this is A Bad Land and Not Good. I almost thought it was a bit much.
The story really sets in when Sophia finally runs away and meets Constance, from there I can only say the story got better. I loved the whole concept. From a dictator who has manipulated his people for years to all the lies of Cindarellas story finally revealed I was enraptured.
This book was hard hitting, especially when describing the disgusting treatment of girls. So this book definately deserved the happy ending it got.
All in all a strong story about bravery and standing up for what is right, however it certainly doesn't surpass 2 stars for me in terms of writing. I have given better books only 3 stars, so I'm afraid it doesn't deserve that level.
I think the author probably wanted to get the initial world building out of the way quickly, as is common in fantasy books, however I really do think it was quite rushed.
A main theme of the book was the oppression of women and extreme misogynistic practices, and though every way the author showed this is a reality for some in real life, it was laid on pretty heavily at the beginning to get the point across that this is A Bad Land and Not Good. I almost thought it was a bit much.
This book was hard hitting, especially when describing the disgusting treatment of girls. So this book definately deserved the happy ending it got.
All in all a strong story about bravery and standing up for what is right, however it certainly doesn't surpass 2 stars for me in terms of writing. I have given better books only 3 stars, so I'm afraid it doesn't deserve that level.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Homophobia, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Sexism, Sexual assault, Violence, Murder, Lesbophobia, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Gore and Grief