A review by kenzieburns
Weyward by Emilia Hart

emotional reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

What a beautifully written novel centering on girl power! This is a real slow build, but had a fair amount of action. I was equally invested in each of the three main characters storylines, and thought the author did a good job of dedicating equal space to each. Major trigger warnings, though, for rape, assault, domestic violence, and suicide attempts. The author tackled some really heavy subjects, but I do think it was done with grace. I saw one review that said this book wrote all the men as bad guys, which I think it did, but I think that was kind of the point. I was so frustrated with Violet's situation, especially with how her father reacted to everything and made everything her fault. It was frustrating because I was like "dude that's your daughter!!" But I think the relationship between father/daughter in that storyline really served to emphasize the trope of "hysterical women". Like, Rupert already had an idea of what Violet would be like based on her mother, and he never gave her the chance to be any different, like he just wrote her off from the start. All this to say, I wasn't really mad that men were the villains in this story. And Kate! Her growth was beautiful is all I can say. I loved growing with her and watching as she came into her own. A beautiful storyline that is a testament to the strength of battered women. All around good book that tackled some tough subjects with grace, and the magical element was a plus for me!
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