mossydesk's review against another edition
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? No
2.5
I hated the way it was written. Way too buys, with constant flashbacks and the points of view changed too quickly. It felt like a chore to finish a book that didn’t get mildly interested until 2/3 through.
I LOVE the concept, but not the execution.
Also: just because you are writing about a time in history that was a lot less sensitive to mental health and gender identity, doesn’t mean that you can write about these issues in a demeaning way.
I LOVE the concept, but not the execution.
Also: just because you are writing about a time in history that was a lot less sensitive to mental health and gender identity, doesn’t mean that you can write about these issues in a demeaning way.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Transphobia, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Forced institutionalization, Hate crime, Outing, Pregnancy, Sexual content, Abortion, Addiction, Death of parent, Drug abuse, Drug use, Infertility, Medical content, and Medical trauma
theonlybaillie's review
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
This books is the definition of melancholy. Also make sure to check trigger warnings before reading.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Emotional abuse, Pregnancy, Hate crime, and Transphobia
Moderate: Body shaming, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Violence, Domestic abuse, Fire/Fire injury, Forced institutionalization, Grief, and Torture
Minor: Outing, Injury/Injury detail, War, Medical trauma, Medical content, Drug use, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Death, Death of parent, Drug abuse, and Toxic friendship
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