kibbles15's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Although it moves fairly slowly, this book is well written. It reminds me a little of [author:Robert Louis Stevenson|854076]'s [book:Treasure Island|295] in that a not so savory character uses honest characters to go after a treasure. That being said, this is not a book about pirates. This book deals with financial ruin, blackmail, the African slave trade, death, and sickness. There is a tiny bit of romance thrown in, but it is not really the main point of the story. I don't know that I would recommend this book for younger children. If you do be prepared to talk with them about Slavery and Racism. In addition, some of the character's use racist language in reference to black individuals that is consistent with the time period in which the story takes place, so be aware of that if you intend to read the book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs
Moderate: Violence, Racism, Death, Slavery, and Trafficking
Minor: Murder, Grief, and Blood
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