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A review by lanternheart
Joan by Katherine J. Chen
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
A riveting, poetic story of a woman becoming a myth, and the myth becoming a woman — a sword, a shield, and a promise. "Joan" is beautifully written, and quite a book to dive into if given the time to savor.
Graphic: Violence and War
Moderate: Child abuse