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penofpossibilities's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
3.5
I greatly enjoy K.M. Hargraves writing and stories. They're always so magical. I also think she does a good job at portraying the different ways that patriarchy and women oppression show up for different female characters, but in a way that is digestable for children. The only reason I'm not rating it higher is because I found the ending of the book a bit off putting. Wheras there was mild violence and suspense throughout the book, towards the end there was a reveal which was very shocking and I found it to be almost horror-esque. Maybe I'm easily triggered, I don't know. As a child, I might've been less fazed by this, tbh. Still, it took away from the 'oh whimsical fun adventure' vibes for a bit there though. Allthough I'm used to K.M.Hargrave adding in really serious threads of a story in her otherwise whimsical books (some of her other childrens books have death, grief, (mental) illness, etc.), so maybe this is on me for not expecting it.
Not my favorite of hers, but definately enjoyable!
Not my favorite of hers, but definately enjoyable!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism
Moderate: Ableism, Animal cruelty, Child abuse, Misogyny, Medical content, and Kidnapping
Minor: Violence, Forced institutionalization, Medical trauma, Abandonment, and Injury/Injury detail
charlottesomewhere's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
Kiran has written another absolute stunner. I loved the bone craft and the birds. I adored the characters; Sofia is so strong and smart and brilliant. It's full of messages about doing your best and working for a better world. And it's beautiful.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Confinement and Kidnapping
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