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Down Among the Dead by K.B. Wagers

3 reviews

rynaissanceenby's review

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challenging dark mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

This books come with massive trigger warnings for self harm, suicidal ideation, and gaslighting. These things are described in extreme detail in really triggering ways. That being said, if you can handle those things, it's quite a good book. As painful as it is to read about Hail's response to all the trauma she's been through, it feels very authentic and realistic. It's nice to have a sci-fi book where at least one of the characters isn't magically amazing at dealing with all the horrific things happening, and instead of being this perfect hero, she's a flawed human in pain and suffering. 

I was also surprised at how innovative the world building felt. It's somewhat difficult to do something new in sci-fi, but I felt like there were a lot of unique features about this world and plot twists I really wasn't expecting. 
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bcbirrer's review

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adventurous emotional 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

What more can I say about K.B. Wagers' books? What stands out to me about this series is how much it dives into mental health, dealing with trauma, and bonds with found family. 
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jennikreads's review against another edition

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adventurous funny tense fast-paced
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

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