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theinkwyrm's review against another edition
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
This was a literary sci-fi with vibes similar to Our Wives Under the Sea meets Galaxias with a hint of climate drama thrown in for the razzle dazzle. I really liked some of the individual settings and the science was actually pretty interesting for the first half(ish) of the book, but the back end really lost me and I was not at all a fan of the ending. I also feel like the entire section from Helena’s POV could have been cut and it wouldn’t have made any difference to the overall theme/ vibes of the book. I’m not mad that I read it, I just wish I had enjoyed it more.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse
Moderate: Blood
megalizard92's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
inspiring
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I found this a slow and introspective novel. The main character was relatable in her search for something new and her struggle with her relationships within her family.
The main character has a troubled relationship with her family due to a history of domestic abuse. I think this really informs her decisions to isolate herself: not in a traditional sense but in her decisions to push the boundaries of science and exploration.
This novel gave me an intense feeling of depth and isolation. The references to science and experimentation and the way this fit with the career choices of the protagonist and her family also intrigued me.
This novel gave me an intense feeling of depth and isolation. The references to science and experimentation and the way this fit with the career choices of the protagonist and her family also intrigued me.
Content Warnings
Minor: Terminal illness, Domestic abuse, and Body horror
feebles640's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Child abuse, Dementia, and Domestic abuse
Minor: Death of parent
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