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zombiezami's review against another edition
4.25
All of the big emotional inflections in the book definitely hit, for example, "
Graphic: Addiction, Animal death, Body horror, Bullying, Child death, Chronic illness, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Gun violence, Hate crime, Self harm, Torture, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Stalking, Death of parent, Murder, Abandonment, and War
Moderate: Cancer, Drug abuse, Drug use, Racial slurs, Slavery, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, Vomit, Islamophobia, Religious bigotry, and Alcohol
Minor: Domestic abuse, Misogyny, Sexism, and Colonisation
mandkips's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Child death, Death, Slavery, Violence, and War
Moderate: Animal death, Body horror, Drug use, and Death of parent
Minor: Misogyny and Racism
bookcaptivated's review against another edition
- 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? No
4.5
Graphic: Child death, Death, Genocide, Gore, Gun violence, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Death of parent, Murder, Colonisation, War, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Body horror, Bullying, Drug use, Slavery, Medical content, and Grief
Minor: Cancer, Misogyny, Racism, and Vomit
jordansmith's review
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Drug use
goblingirlreads's review
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Let's talk about what makes this book amazing: This is a sci-fi is based on a real conflict: The Biafran War, also known as the Nigerian Civil War. The book has incredible world-building. I had a complete picture of how war was waged in this world through the use of droids, child soldiers that are fully synth, soldiers having augmented parts that replace what human parts they've lost in battle and of course the mecha that are piloted in huge epic battles. I grew to really love the characters. The world was incredibly bleaI but I felt it gave a clear picture of how war affects people, soldiers, children, entire countries, the planet
That said, I had a huge issue with the pacing in the book. The first section of the book was absolutely perfect to me but the second section jumped back and forth between two characters in two different locations. The chapters were so short that it felt a little whiplashy and like I couldn't get really excited about one story before it jumped back to another. Finally, the third section could have been its own book and felt extremely rushed. I wish this book had spent a little more time in the editing phase to smooth out some of these pacing issues because overall it's incredible and has so much to offer.
Graphic: Child death, Death, Gun violence, Torture, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Animal death and Drug use
azrah786's review
3.75
Reflecting Nigerian history, War Girls gives us a glimpse of a war-torn country divided on the basis of race, religion, resources and power. At the centre of the story are two sisters torn apart onto the opposing sides of the conflict, who step up to fight for the peace that has unjustly been snatched from them.
Tochi Onyebuchi has provided us with a heart-wrenching book which shows how war blurs the lines between right and wrong, truth and lies. Onyii, forever battle ready and Ify, always curious about the world around her were both beautifully strong and determined protagonists. I loved their relationship along with the relationships they held with those around them.
The story is action-packed from start to finish and full of sci-fi elements that had me in awe. From the technologically advanced systems and lifestyles of the future Nigerian cities (very much reminiscent of Wakanda), to the evolution of humanity involving bionic limbs and implants. Battles being waged using highly advanced weaponry and humanoid mechs which reminded me of Power Ranger Megazord battles! I am forever fascinated in how authors depict future societies and worlds and my sci-fi nerd heart loved these elements!!
I really enjoyed this book but I did have a slight issue with the pacing towards the end as the events that occurred over the last 50 or so pages felt slightly rushed. Also with how things round up I'm intrigued to see where the story goes in the sequel.
Final Rating – 3.75/5 Stars
Graphic: Cancer, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Racism, and Violence