Scan barcode
brynalexa's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
My main issue with this book was the insistence on using the words “demure” and “gristle” SO often. Otherwise, the world building, plot, and character choices were a bit clunky at times. Loved the “you can’t stop us” vibes. Did not know it was a trilogy going in. I will definitely be continuing.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fire/Fire injury, Misogyny, Kidnapping, Forced institutionalization, War, and Pandemic/Epidemic
plesiosaurys's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
personally, i found the romance to be mediocre, but the way this book handles culture, religion, and colonialization is fantastic. some of the best ive ever seen. the only thing i found disappointing was [mild spoilers] the religion revolves around nature and the forest, but actual descriptions of nature and the forest are vague and nondescript. we have no idea what the wildlife here is like, and the main character who practices this religion doesn't seem interested in learning. it's the one area where the world feels flat. hopefully this will be addressed in the next book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Colonisation, Confinement, Grief, Misogyny, Death, Child abuse, Xenophobia, Fire/Fire injury, War, Child death, and Pandemic/Epidemic
Moderate: Death of parent, Body horror, Injury/Injury detail, Pregnancy, Addiction, Drug use, and Violence
More...