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woolerys's review
dark
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Writing - 4/5
Plot - 3/5
Characters - 3/5
World-building - 4/5
Personal tastes - 4/5
TOTAL: 3.6
Following a recent(?) trend of speculative fiction about fascism, this novel takes the angle of focusing on abusive relationships, on both a micro and a macro level. I found it a poignant portrait with just a touch of thoughtful philosophizing on cities, community, the search for knowledge, and faith.
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, Violence, and Police brutality
Moderate: Drug use, Torture, Death of parent, and War
Minor: Death and Self harm
Wide-ranging content warning for abusive relationship between an authority figure and their charge. But, no sexual abuse.
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