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A review by katherineshawwrites
It's Only A Little Death by Shane Blackheart
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
4.0
What a fascinating, unexpected and heart-warming read.
I thought I knew what I was getting into with this one, but it managed to surprise me all the way through. I warmed to Silver immediately, and while their story was upsetting in places, I loved learning more about their past and seeing them grow into themselves. I was rooting for them throughout, and wanted nothing more than for them to be happy. The ending was particularly great, and I just know Silver will excel in their new position.
This version of the afterlife was very interested, and I liked seeing how it worked and how each soul had to work to discover their story once they arrived. It was a very interesting and unique take on death which I enjoyed exploring.
I loved Ifris, and I'm glad we got to discover his own story, even if it was heart-breaking. Charon was also a definite highlight, and I'd love to read a spin-off of its story!
My one criticism is that I wanted more in places. The story moves quickly and I'd have really loved some more depth to some aspects. The exploration of trauma and repressed memories could be even more impactful with a little more time taken to set the scene and take the reader through Silver's experience, and it's a shame to be taken to this fascinating spin on the underworld and not get the full richness it could offer.
All in all, an enjoyable and interesting read!
I thought I knew what I was getting into with this one, but it managed to surprise me all the way through. I warmed to Silver immediately, and while their story was upsetting in places, I loved learning more about their past and seeing them grow into themselves. I was rooting for them throughout, and wanted nothing more than for them to be happy. The ending was particularly great, and I just know Silver will excel in their new position.
This version of the afterlife was very interested, and I liked seeing how it worked and how each soul had to work to discover their story once they arrived. It was a very interesting and unique take on death which I enjoyed exploring.
I loved Ifris, and I'm glad we got to discover his own story, even if it was heart-breaking. Charon was also a definite highlight, and I'd love to read a spin-off of its story!
My one criticism is that I wanted more in places. The story moves quickly and I'd have really loved some more depth to some aspects. The exploration of trauma and repressed memories could be even more impactful with a little more time taken to set the scene and take the reader through Silver's experience, and it's a shame to be taken to this fascinating spin on the underworld and not get the full richness it could offer.
All in all, an enjoyable and interesting read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Sexual content, Transphobia, Blood, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Drug abuse, Mental illness, and Outing