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kikide778's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Body horror, Death, Violence, Blood, War, and Injury/Injury detail
queer_bookwyrm's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Girls of Fate and Fury by Natasha Ngan is the final book in the Girls of Paper and Fire trilogy. I cannot stress enough how amazing this YA series is. Ngan tackles some really hard topics in a sensitive and informed way. This final book was equal parts heartbreaking and satisfying a great end for a great series. Spoilers for the first two books ahead.
There is a lot of plot that happens in this book, but it doesn't move slow or get boring. There is so much character stuff that is happening. I loved getting to know Lova better and getting some nuance from her. I also appreciate the care and attention given to Nitta's disability. Honestly, Nitta is one of my favorite side characters (especially since Bo isn't around anymore 😭). She gets a wheelchair and is always has a positive attitude about it. She never complains or feels her life is over just because she's a wheelchair user.
I absolutely love that Ngan chose not to end the book on death and leave us wondering how things will change. The last section of the book is dedicated to healing, physically and emotionally. Though there was much to cry about in this book, it ended in a way that makes you feel hopeful. Ngan has done a superb job weaving in elements about sexual abuse, trauma recovery, and disability rep all encased in a unique Malaysian inspired fantasy. If you're looking for a YA series with a lot of heart, sapphic love, great characters, and revolution, this series is for you.
Graphic: Death, Torture, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Self harm and Sexual assault
emmiej's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Rape, Violence, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, War, and Injury/Injury detail
chorglette's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Death, Genocide, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Suicide, Violence, Blood, Grief, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Murder, War, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
victoriousbookworm's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Violence and War
Moderate: Confinement and Blood
Minor: Sexual assault
lavenderfrog's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Graphic: Death, Misogyny, Suicide, Violence, and War
Moderate: Alcoholism, Rape, Sexual assault, and Xenophobia
ailaw_'s review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Death, Misogyny, Violence, and War
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Death of parent, and Murder
Minor: Homophobia, Rape, Sexual assault, Pregnancy, and Lesbophobia
jessi21's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Moderate: Death, Mental illness, Self harm, Sexism, Violence, Blood, Grief, War, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Rape and Sexual violence
ms_sarah621's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Graphic: Death, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Rape, Sexual violence, Torture, Violence, Blood, Death of parent, Murder, Pregnancy, and War
jellyfishym07's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Death, Gore, and Violence
Moderate: Pedophilia, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Religious bigotry, and Sexual harassment