zozo_reads's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Great sequel had a few gory things I think the book would be better without. Very dark please look up trigger warnings before reading. Overall very tense and exciting follow up to ‘The Jewel’
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Body horror, Child abuse, Death, Gore, Kidnapping, Miscarriage, Murder, Pregnancy, and Violence
Minor: Addiction, Confinement, Infertility, and Vomit
rashellyreads's review
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- 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
3.5
One thing I’ve noticed when it comes to Amy Ewing is that there is a lot of allegory included. The first book was filled with symbolism and metaphor about reproductive rights when it mentioned surrogacy. A lot of mention about choice and liberty when it comes to body autonomy. This book, the sequel, is very much the same thing. One thing that amazed me was the reference to indigenous people, basically trashing colonialism and capitalism.
This series has been a very good feminist read so far. I love how involved the male characters are in a revolution started by women. And I love that the movement branches out to other oppressed groups like the Regimentals, companions, factory workers, and ladies-in-waiting.
One thing I’m hoping for as a reader is a relationship between Garnet and Raven. I’m loving the banter between them, especially since Garnet’s character development is amazing!
The book does seem to rush through events but it’s such a good read! Amy Ewing is a talented author and she’s definitely captivated my attention with this series. It’s a great read, has an interesting concept, and honestly so worth it!
This series has been a very good feminist read so far. I love how involved the male characters are in a revolution started by women. And I love that the movement branches out to other oppressed groups like the Regimentals, companions, factory workers, and ladies-in-waiting.
One thing I’m hoping for as a reader is a relationship between Garnet and Raven. I’m loving the banter between them, especially since Garnet’s character development is amazing!
The book does seem to rush through events but it’s such a good read! Amy Ewing is a talented author and she’s definitely captivated my attention with this series. It’s a great read, has an interesting concept, and honestly so worth it!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy, Murder, Death, War, and Miscarriage
Moderate: Alcoholism, Child abuse, Child death, Colonisation, Grief, and Vomit
Minor: Rape, Sexual assault, and Suicide attempt
kassidyreads's review
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Sexual violence, Death, and Slavery
Moderate: Miscarriage and Trafficking
Minor: Addiction, Child abuse, Suicide, Self harm, Rape, Confinement, and Torture
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