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bookishmrsnelson 's review for:
Heavenly Tyrant
by Xiran Jay Zhao
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
To say this series is strange would be an understatement. Sci-fi metal monsters interwoven with Chinese mythology, full of political discussion and a LOT of violence. It’s an interesting read, but it was pretty disturbing at times.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gore, Torture, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, War
Moderate: Child abuse, Cursing, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Miscarriage, Physical abuse, Medical content, Kidnapping, Grief, Murder
Minor: Suicidal thoughts, Pregnancy