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A review by smillas_tales
Strong Female Character by Fern Brady
dark
funny
reflective
fast-paced
As an afab autistic person diagnosed in their twenties, this was an incredible book! I don’t share many traits with Brady, but I still related to some of her views of the world, and it was so reaffirming.
My only issue with this novel is Brady’s fatphobia. I’m sure no ill harm is meant, but the frequent comments regarding size and looks, and how these are used to emphasize the negative character of individual stood out to me and took away from my reading experience.
I’ll have a full review up at some point, when I get the time and energy.
My only issue with this novel is Brady’s fatphobia. I’m sure no ill harm is meant, but the frequent comments regarding size and looks, and how these are used to emphasize the negative character of individual stood out to me and took away from my reading experience.
I’ll have a full review up at some point, when I get the time and energy.
Graphic: Mental illness, Self harm, Eating disorder, and Ableism
Moderate: Child abuse, Physical abuse, Fatphobia, Sexism, Suicide attempt, Toxic relationship, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Biphobia, Abandonment, Infidelity, Police brutality, Misogyny, Classism, and Suicidal thoughts