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A review by bookdragon217
Flames of Wrath by J.L. Campbell
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
"Some kinds of dirt rise to the surface, even if you sweep them under the carpet."
Flames of Wrath by J. L. Campbell was an addicting, propulsive read about privilege, justice, racism and revenge. If you've ever wondered about what lengths a mother would go to, to get justice for her daughter after she was set up by "friends" and violated in the worst ways, then this one is a perfect example. The story starts off with a bang with a very triggering event and from there, the author grips you by the throat and holds you hostage. You won't want to put this one down until all the pieces of the puzzle are put together. This is one psychological wild ride you don't want to miss.
Even though this one was action-packed, it tackled some heavy themes and topics of:
• the ways the justice system fails Black women
• examination of "friendship"
• the repercussions of social media and cybersurveillance
• vigilante justice when the legal system fails
• the complications of cooperation with international entities
• the rich using their donation money to influence college admission for their kids
• r*pe culture and the systems that protect perpetrators
• the strength of Black mothers
If you're looking to diversify your TBR and read more small press women authors, then give this one a try. Thanks to @iamblackodyssey @cocoachapters for the gifted copy and tour opportunity.
Flames of Wrath by J. L. Campbell was an addicting, propulsive read about privilege, justice, racism and revenge. If you've ever wondered about what lengths a mother would go to, to get justice for her daughter after she was set up by "friends" and violated in the worst ways, then this one is a perfect example. The story starts off with a bang with a very triggering event and from there, the author grips you by the throat and holds you hostage. You won't want to put this one down until all the pieces of the puzzle are put together. This is one psychological wild ride you don't want to miss.
Even though this one was action-packed, it tackled some heavy themes and topics of:
• the ways the justice system fails Black women
• examination of "friendship"
• the repercussions of social media and cybersurveillance
• vigilante justice when the legal system fails
• the complications of cooperation with international entities
• the rich using their donation money to influence college admission for their kids
• r*pe culture and the systems that protect perpetrators
• the strength of Black mothers
If you're looking to diversify your TBR and read more small press women authors, then give this one a try. Thanks to @iamblackodyssey @cocoachapters for the gifted copy and tour opportunity.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape
Moderate: Sexual violence, Sexual assault, and Violence
Minor: Pedophilia