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alephkaan 's review for:
Slewfoot: A Tale of Bewitchery
by Brom
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-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:
Complicated
An incredible story. What more could you ask for in a book than a powerful and well-thought-out story? I was immersed from beginning to end. I felt strong emotions (anger, hatred, sadness, pity, love, etc.) for every character, EVERY ONE! That's simply incredible.
I just wish we had learned more about the folklore of Native American tribes. I'm also not entirely convinced by their portrayal. It was perhaps too superficial and stereotypical.
In short, it would have been wonderful to discover their perspective on magic, nature, and spirits—important elements of Native American culture. I suppose the author didn't want to talk about a culture to which he doesn't belong, but in an alternate universe, I'm pretty sure there's a powerful and interesting legacy to be built within the story.
My other complaint is that Abitha could have been more careful at times, making some truly glaring mistakes, especially with the Puritans and Wallace constantly on her back. It felt more like a narrative device than being a genuine character's mistake. But hey, all is forgiven with that ending.
If you've ever dreamed to see a character take revenge on those who wronged her, who were cruel to not only her but others... you'll get what you asked for here.
This book speaks for women, for discriminated communities, for everyone who got bullied and even for men who are doomed by others for just being kind.
I'll finish by talking about Abitha : What an image of a strong, courageous, fierce, sharp, devoted, loving, beautiful, and above all, divine woman... Abitha and Samson, adopt me please?
I just wish we had learned more about the folklore of Native American tribes. I'm also not entirely convinced by their portrayal. It was perhaps too superficial and stereotypical.
In short, it would have been wonderful to discover their perspective on magic, nature, and spirits—important elements of Native American culture. I suppose the author didn't want to talk about a culture to which he doesn't belong, but in an alternate universe, I'm pretty sure there's a powerful and interesting legacy to be built within the story.
My other complaint is that Abitha could have been more careful at times, making some truly glaring mistakes, especially with the Puritans and Wallace constantly on her back. It felt more like a narrative device than being a genuine character's mistake. But hey, all is forgiven with that ending.
If you've ever dreamed to see a character take revenge on those who wronged her, who were cruel to not only her but others... you'll get what you asked for here.
This book speaks for women, for discriminated communities, for everyone who got bullied and even for men who are doomed by others for just being kind.
I'll finish by talking about Abitha : What an image of a strong, courageous, fierce, sharp, devoted, loving, beautiful, and above all, divine woman... Abitha and Samson, adopt me please?