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schausjk'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
3.5
Moderate: Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Mental illness, Misogyny, Racism, Sexism, Transphobia, Vomit, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Pregnancy
Minor: Rape, Violence, and War
coffeebean216's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
0.5
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Cursing, Blood, Vomit, and Classism
Minor: Ableism, Animal death, Cancer, Homophobia, Misogyny, Racism, Sexism, Transphobia, Medical content, and Abandonment
alexijai98'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? It's complicated
2.75
Graphic: Drug abuse, Drug use, Medical content, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, and Classism
Moderate: Suicide
k_shimer's review
- 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: Confinement, Mental illness, Sexism, Sexual content, Medical content, Grief, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, and Classism
Moderate: Death, Emotional abuse, Death of parent, and Dysphoria
Minor: Addiction, Biphobia, Cancer, Child death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Homophobia, Infertility, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, Rape, Sexual assault, Slavery, Toxic relationship, Transphobia, Violence, Blood, Lesbophobia, Alcohol, War, Injury/Injury detail, and Pandemic/Epidemic
kelsielovesbooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.25
Moderate: Suicide, Medical content, and Kidnapping
ash_poison's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Several issues stood out to me. The initial concepts introduced in the beginning weren't consistently developed throughout the story. Some monologues were overly lengthy and felt unnecessary. The book featured an abundance of different points of view (POVs), including four women highlighted in the synopsis and an additional three introduced later on. This accumulation of seven distinct POVs lacked clear labeling, making it confusing to follow. Moreover, the portrayal of perspectives from transgender and black women felt underdeveloped, particularly concerning the challenges they might face, such as the amplified backlash a black woman might encounter compared to a white woman in a position of power. Proper research into these experiences, particularly within corporate America, would have enhanced authenticity. Additionally, certain conflicts were resolved too hastily.
Despite these criticisms, I found several intriguing aspects. The book effectively weaved in satirical elements, providing a thought-provoking exploration of feminism and the essence of womanhood. As someone who identifies as a feminist, I found my understanding evolving while reading, thanks to the author's impactful influence. The author possesses a remarkable command of language, crafting immersive settings and evoking genuine emotions from the characters. Even the perspectives of the antagonists were engrossing, prompting me to reflect on my own notions of feminism.
Graphic: Misogyny, Racism, Transphobia, Pregnancy, and Classism
Moderate: Body horror, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Medical content, and Medical trauma
Minor: Cancer and Child abuse
bootsmom3's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Transphobia, Forced institutionalization, Medical content, Kidnapping, Grief, Medical trauma, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Dysphoria
Moderate: Ableism, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Pregnancy, and Alcohol
Minor: Pandemic/Epidemic
nukie19's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Thanks to the publisher for providing an ARC through Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.
Graphic: Confinement, Suicide, Transphobia, Violence, Grief, Lesbophobia, and Pandemic/Epidemic
Moderate: Death, Emotional abuse, Death of parent, and Abandonment
Minor: Drug use, Medical content, Pregnancy, and Alcohol