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bethanwx's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A punchy, original adaption of Victor Hugo's Les Miserables, set in a dangerous alternate reality where hierarchical family Guilds run the Parisian underworld.
There are thoughtful adaptational choices throughout the novel and Grant manages to sustain a uniqueness which ensures that this is never just a direct interpretation. Whilst there are decisions which I found frustrating (Javert as a woman scorned , Nina assaulting men by means of distraction , Enjolras having a romantic storyline with Nina when Grantaire is right there ), this world feels dangerous enough to keep you on your toes, willing for Nina to recover Azelma. I can't wait for the sequel! There are still some storyline to explore further, e.g., Ettie's feelings of abandonment from her mother and le Marie's relationships with Ettie and Javert.
There are thoughtful adaptational choices throughout the novel and Grant manages to sustain a uniqueness which ensures that this is never just a direct interpretation. Whilst there are decisions which I found frustrating (
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Confinement, Death, Gore, Torture, Violence, Blood, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Gun violence, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Racism, Police brutality, Grief, Murder, War, and Classism
Minor: Addiction, Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Drug use, Eating disorder, Pedophilia, Trafficking, Abandonment, and Colonisation
charlottesomewhere's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- 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
A brilliant fantasy take on Les Miserables. I loved this. The characters are awesome, the Miracle Court fascinated me, the plot kept me hooked to the end. Really looking forward to the sequel.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Adult/minor relationship, Death, Drug use, Violence, Kidnapping, and Murder