A review by minayana
Sisters of the Lost Nation by Nick Medina

dark emotional mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Good writing, important message and themes that were handled with so much care, great premise, but overall just an ok read. You really don’t get connected with any of the characters, none of them are likable really except Anna and Shelby but you still don’t necessarily feel a connection with them. The writing was alright, I would definitely read from this author again. The thing that kept me going with this book is just how insanely important it is to shine light on the terrifying mistreatment of indigenous woman, and the author handled the topic with great care. There were definitely some moments where I got teary eyed. I was not impressed with the audiobook narration, and I recommend reading this book with your eyes if you can. One important thing: this book is NOT horror, more like general fiction if anything. I would say the only reason this book could be classified as a horror is because of the real life horrors that are depicted in the book, but even then nothing is really on page (which I respect and like that decision.) I wouldn’t say that it’s a mystery either, as everything that you expect to happen, happens. I didn’t enjoy the dual timeline as it didn’t add anything to the book, and I honestly think this would’ve done better and been more emotional as a linear story. I loved the ending! Overall, give it a try but if you’re reading it and not feeling it, I’d say dnf as I don’t feel like anything later on in the story will change your mind.