A review by tiredcath
Outlawed by Anna North

fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

2.0

Whoever told me this was about lesbian cowgirls is a liar. (Kinda.)

I really, really wanted to love this book. The premise and cover are absolutely stunning and hooked me in right away. Especially with the opening line. Unfortunately, it was just okay. 

I give North credit for writing a very diverse book, but what are diversity points worth if you don't connect? Because I didn’t connect or care for any character and I wasn’t invested in Ada at all. 

Most of the characters felt very flat to me, which is so sad because I really wanted to fall in love with them. Some backstories I found unnecessary, but I can see the argument on why they were needed for the story. Showing how gruesome and cruel the world is. I liked the conversation I think North was trying to start, but again, it fell short.

There’s nothing I disliked about the book, perhaps the last few pages, but it didn’t deter my reading experience. 

Wasn’t the worst, wasn’t the bad. So just okay.
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