Reviews tagging 'Child abuse'

The Hanging City by Charlie N. Holmberg

6 reviews

wilybooklover's review against another edition

adventurous medium-paced

3.0

This book had an interesting premise, and I liked a lot of things about it, but ultimately it was a little bit disappointing. 

Lark was a very engaging heroine, and Azmar was a lovely love interest for her. I particularly liked that he was a bit of an outlier amongst the trollis, with his soft, kind ways (much like Lark was an outlier amongst humans with her power). I liked their romance but often felt as though some important moments were glossed over and not given the emotional depth they should’ve had. 

I’m not sure if it’s because Lark is so young but the tone read a bit YA, which isn’t really my cup of tea. I also felt as though the worldbuilding was a bit lacking. The ending felt a bit rushed

— I would’ve liked to see how Lark and Azmar actually settled into Tayler’s township, rather than ending on their decision to leave.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Physical abuse, Violence, War, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism

Moderate: Sexual assault, Sexual content, Blood, Stalking, and Classism

Minor: Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Rape, and Death of parent

raspberrykisses's review against another edition

adventurous emotional tense 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

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse and Physical abuse

Moderate: Sexual assault

mandi7mm's review against another edition

I couldn't stand any of the charecters or the attempted relationships. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Violence

Minor: Child abuse and Emotional abuse

gloriaoliver's review against another edition

dark reflective 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? It's complicated

4.25

A lovely stand-alone novel. 

Great world-building with interesting characters. Some inconsistencies with character comparative sizing, but nothing that can't be overlooked. The lack of gratitude from the council at two different points was a little too convenient, but that's just my opinion. 

Overall, a well-worth read. 

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Content Warnings

Minor: Bullying, Child abuse, and Racism

imyerhero's review against another edition

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail

Moderate: Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Stalking, and Abandonment

Minor: Confinement, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Slavery, Blood, Death of parent, and Murder

mama_tucker's review against another edition

funny tense medium-paced

• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Solid unique story. Hope it has a 2nd book

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Child abuse and Emotional abuse