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chandie's review against another edition
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Bullying, Sexual violence, Religious bigotry, and Homophobia
tankytoon's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
It was a difficult book to read through, not because it was bad, but it was heavy and wrought with sadness and reality about people born into a cult.
The struggles of the characters were palpable, especially those of Josh and Miriam. But we can't also discount the effect this has on Caleb.
Thanks to a few kind-hearted souls, and a bit of perseverance and hardwork, the pair was able to live a life that was meant for them.
My only problem with this book was that it kind of tried to wrap itself so quickly.
Like how Josh forgave Caleb so quickly in the end after he offered to bottom. Didn't seem reasonable to me.
Also how Maggie suffered Postpartum and Miriam seemed emotionally stable after being raped and suffering domestic violence. The dichotomy between the two sisters wasn't lost on me.
The struggles of the characters were palpable, especially those of Josh and Miriam. But we can't also discount the effect this has on Caleb.
Thanks to a few kind-hearted souls, and a bit of perseverance and hardwork, the pair was able to live a life that was meant for them.
My only problem with this book was that it kind of tried to wrap itself so quickly.
Also how Maggie suffered Postpartum and Miriam seemed emotionally stable after being raped and suffering domestic violence. The dichotomy between the two sisters wasn't lost on me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Religious bigotry, Emotional abuse, Bullying, and Abandonment
Minor: Domestic abuse and Rape
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