A review by catey_eye_jo
Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

adventurous 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? No

4.75

Take evangelion, throw it in a blender with early imperial China, add in a dash of polyamorous boy kissing and a lot of feminine rage for seasoning, and you've got Iron Widow. Darker than I would have expected for YA. A vivid, snappy read that left me hungry for both a sequel and more queer representation. 

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