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rorynoden's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
This is an incredibly interesting portrayal of the events of and following an apocalyptic event, from the perspective of an ordinary family man. From the start of the book, the author builds a relatability to the characters. But the scary part about reading the book is that, although the actions taken by characters, I have never done and most likely will never do, the reasoning and thought process behind the actions I can definitely understand and relate to. This book portrays the brutal nature of humanity and really makes me question what I would do and if I would act better. I hope I would, but the fact I have to question myself is terrifying.
I think the portrayal of and treatment of women in the book is useful in understanding the attitudes of the time.It shocked me that after Ann and her daughter experienced an incredibly traumatic event, the rest of the group were more shocked that Ann took revenge in a brutal fashion. Throughout the rest of the book they looked at her almost as a mental case as if her action wasn't completely justified, and that as a woman she shouldn't have been capable of doing it.
Another truly worrying thing about reading this book, is that although it portrays some of the most awful aspects of humanity, I feel dissensified. Which I guess is a reflection of modern life and media.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, and Murder
Moderate: Pedophilia, Rape, and Sexual assault
Minor: Cannibalism
thebankofbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I kind of hated the abruptness of the ending but the rest of the book was a surprisingly enjoyable read. It was incredibly dark and not for the faint hearted, but it was a good eco-catastrophic / apocalyptic novel.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Body horror, Gun violence, Misogyny, Rape, Sexual violence, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Genocide, Gore, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Torture, Violence, Cannibalism, and War