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emcclendon03's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
anxiousshorebird's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Speculative historical fiction perfected. This was a gripping read and a sobering window into the shameful past of the U.S. It was also inspirational and heart warming. I think this should be required reading.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Slavery, Self harm, Physical abuse, Suicide attempt, Suicide, Racism, Violence, Racial slurs, and Death
Moderate: Death of parent, Sexual assault, Suicide attempt, and Sexual violence
Minor: Rape
jojoana's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual violence, Suicide attempt, Suicide, Sexual assault, Physical abuse, Slavery, Racism, Racial slurs, and Rape
ninabeerendonk's review against another edition
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
leahmaeby's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
mdevlin923's review against another edition
4.0
Dana is living in 1976 California when she is transported back to antebellum Maryland to save a young white boy from drowning. After being transported back to her time, she determines that the young boy is one of her ancestors (Rufus Weylin) and that any time he fears that he will die, she will be sent back to his time to save him. Dana faces almost insurmountable challenges as she guides Rufus, lives through the horrors of slavery, and attempts to return home.
Kindred is a gripping tale that depicts life during slavery. While there are scenes of awful brutality...it is not as violent as many stories of this time could be. Dana's first-hand account of the experiences provides commentary about the cruelty taking place to her and around her. Because of that, it could be used for high school students to learn about slavery and its legacy in the United States.
Kindred is a gripping tale that depicts life during slavery. While there are scenes of awful brutality...it is not as violent as many stories of this time could be. Dana's first-hand account of the experiences provides commentary about the cruelty taking place to her and around her. Because of that, it could be used for high school students to learn about slavery and its legacy in the United States.
chandlery's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide and Suicide attempt
missloren_89's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0