sundayfever 's review for:

Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao
5.0
challenging dark tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Very engaging read. The force of the main characters' anger is very powerful. Beautiful fantasy universe based on Chinese history. Strong challenge to a society built on gender assumptions. One of my favorite books of the year! 

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