extraaardvark's review against another edition
challenging
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
purechaos's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
fast-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
letrickster's review against another edition
To preface this, I was not expecting to enjoy this book based on the blurbs, but I thought I'd at least see what it was like for myself before judging it too harshly. Unfortunately, I was even more disappointed than I thought I would be.
The creators used an algorithm to simply change the names/pronouns/titles etc. of each character. I understand that this was meant for children and not intended to be a nuanced look into how gender would alter these stories, but even so it feels like a blatant cashgrab.
The creators have just created a world where everything is the same except the people in power have she/her pronouns. That's hardly interesting or revolutionary, particularly not in 2023. Yes the men are free from toxic masculinity, but only because it's been foisted upon the women. No one is winning here, it doesn't feel feminist at all and I couldn't get much further than the first story.
I would not recommend this to anyone, not to read to your kids, or for yourself. I don't think it's interesting or empowering in any way. If you want some more feminist reading options there's plenty else out there (for adults and children alike), don't waste your time.
The creators used an algorithm to simply change the names/pronouns/titles etc. of each character. I understand that this was meant for children and not intended to be a nuanced look into how gender would alter these stories, but even so it feels like a blatant cashgrab.
The creators have just created a world where everything is the same except the people in power have she/her pronouns. That's hardly interesting or revolutionary, particularly not in 2023. Yes the men are free from toxic masculinity, but only because it's been foisted upon the women. No one is winning here, it doesn't feel feminist at all and I couldn't get much further than the first story.
I would not recommend this to anyone, not to read to your kids, or for yourself. I don't think it's interesting or empowering in any way. If you want some more feminist reading options there's plenty else out there (for adults and children alike), don't waste your time.
mooglemania's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.5
stacyrenee's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.0
MG/YA
Short stories
Greek Mythology
Retellings
I listened to these gender-swapped Greek myths after relearning all about the Greek gods and their history with my kiddo. I listened to these retellings on audiobook by myself and enjoyed the gender-bent characters and their escapades.
Short stories
Greek Mythology
Retellings
I listened to these gender-swapped Greek myths after relearning all about the Greek gods and their history with my kiddo. I listened to these retellings on audiobook by myself and enjoyed the gender-bent characters and their escapades.
rynflynn12's review against another edition
adventurous
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
jadetrip's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0