Reviews tagging 'Terminal illness'

Honor by Thrity Umrigar

1 review

aguattery's review

challenging emotional reflective tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

The first half of the book was very slow, I think from too much exposition for my taste. The writing was also a little clunky in spots throughout the book. Also, I think Smita and her friends being liberal is slightly oversold and in your face. 

That being said, the second half was particularly emotional for me. Usually books make me feel things but I don't have a physical reaction. This one actually made meshed a few tears. There were some twists and turns that were very well done. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Murder, Fire/Fire injury, Religious bigotry, and Violence

Moderate: Medical content and Torture

Minor: Vomit, Blood, and Terminal illness