A review by teacupsandfirereads
Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

challenging dark sad medium-paced

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

3.0

I know Kingsolver is well-loved, but this is my first book by her. I have never read David Copperhead, so I can't speak to that. While I do see the strength in her writing, the story felt heavy. Not just in the topics, but the was it was presented. Maybe that adds to the atmosphere? Either way, I could not fully engage with the characters and the story. I'm not sure I would quickly pick up another book of hers.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Racism, Abandonment

Moderate: Bullying, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, Gaslighting

Minor: Cursing, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Terminal illness, Medical content