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blackbird2210's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
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? It's complicated
5.0
This one was intense and fascinating. I greatly appreciate an alternative to the typical narrative. I will say there is much violence in this book, but there is magic too, and hope.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Sexual violence, Violence, Blood, Police brutality, Religious bigotry, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Domestic abuse
the_bees_books's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
sad
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? No
3.25
Great for fans N KJemisin and Octavia E Butler, a fascinating piece of afro futurism.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Homophobia, Transphobia, and Police brutality
Minor: Domestic abuse, Drug use, and Sexual violence
mkfreckles's review against another edition
adventurous
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia
Moderate: Sexual violence
onyxpages's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. it demonstrates Dr. Okorafor's love for Nigeria, particularly Lagos, in all its beauty and complexity. And the aliens are great too!
You can hear my thoughts here: https://youtu.be/r8aXLcvhyBg
You can hear my thoughts here: https://youtu.be/r8aXLcvhyBg
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia, Sexual violence, Transphobia, and Violence