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marieketron's review
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
sad
slow-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I listened to the audiobook for this and the narrator had a great voice and rhythm, but there were two moments I noted where she very suddenly increased in volume which gave me a small jump scare. The story on covers three days, which I didn’t realise at the start and is probably why the ending felt a bit sudden to me. The characters all are distinct and reflect a variety of backgrounds. I could really relate with the main character second guessing herself as she is left in a position of responsibility and authority. She is occasionally overwhelmed but often managed to rally. I’m not sure if I wish we had more of her approach in the current pandemic, but she does bring a human touch.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, and Medical content
Moderate: Body horror, Child abuse, Gore, Miscarriage, Sexism, Terminal illness, Blood, and Medical trauma
Minor: Domestic abuse, Forced institutionalization, Vomit, Grief, and Religious bigotry