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theshanana's review
challenging
dark
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Mental illness, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Cancer, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness, Sexual assault, and Suicide attempt
Minor: Cancer
astridrv's review
challenging
dark
funny
Oh I liked this more than I expected! I am not used to short stories and thought I would read it quickly, but I needed some time to recover from each one. Surprised by how many stories used SF elements, felt a bit like Black Mirror in parts. Mostly, damn, Saunders is inspiring by how effective he is. Not a word wasted. Especially 'Home' was almost bewilderingly quick witted. These stories aren't remarkable as such, but the writing was so engaging to me and the title story left me teary.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide attempt, Torture, Terminal illness, Rape, Sexual violence, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: War, Blood, Bullying, and Cancer
jes_imagine's review against another edition
- 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? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts and Sexual content
Moderate: Sexual assault
korie's review against another edition
challenging
dark
funny
reflective
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? It's complicated
4.0
Some of the stories left me mouth-on-the-floor. I felt like there was a healthy mix of solidified, satisfying endings that leave you thinking, but not wondering AND ambiguous endings that force you to do both. Also it’s just hilarious and so creatively written-I was amazed at how just within a couple of pages i was fully immersed in a new world with entirely new forms of dialogue and all. Good read good read
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Suicide attempt, Slavery, Sexual assault, and Self harm
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