the_bees_books's review
challenging
mysterious
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
An adaptation of King Lear that is a deep dive into the relationship between a father and three sisters divided, even if the pacing, the convoluted plot, and the ending might be sticking points for some.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Dementia, Violence, Miscarriage, Death of parent, Animal death, Blood, Death, Infertility, Racism, Religious bigotry, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Gaslighting, Suicidal thoughts, Alcoholism, Self harm, and War
cerilouisereads's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-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? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Acephobia/Arophobia, Animal death, Blood, Bullying, Death, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gore, War, Violence, Murder, and Mental illness
Moderate: Transphobia, Gaslighting, Miscarriage, Ableism, Dementia, Grief, Infertility, and Pregnancy
Minor: Misogyny, Sexism, Religious bigotry, and Sexual content
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