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martha662's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I enjoyed this book even though the ending was predictable. The characters were very well developed and found myself routing for most of them.
I would definitely recommend this book.
I would definitely recommend this book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Blood, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Gore, Miscarriage, and Violence
readingisbelieving's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence and Violence
claudiaslibrarycard's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
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
5.0
The Lioness is billed as an adventure novel with 1960s Hollywood vibes, and it delivers on both. Told in many alternating perspectives, it is the story of 9 Hollywood elite going on safari in the Serengeti. Early on, things go very, very wrong for the group of travelers.
Throughout this book, we learn more about the characters’ pasts in flashbacks interspersed with the deadly safari. The character development was top notch. I was impressed by the relatability of each character. Bohjalian clearly did extensive research and he defies my general opinions of most white male authors. I was impressed with how he wrote female characters and characters of color. His portrayal of racism focused on criticism rather than normalizing it or using it as a plot device.
I am not typically an adventure reader but this book sucked me in and I loved it. The twist/reveal at the end was satisfying. I recommend this one for anyone who likes adventure, tension, human vs. nature, and Old Hollywood.
Throughout this book, we learn more about the characters’ pasts in flashbacks interspersed with the deadly safari. The character development was top notch. I was impressed by the relatability of each character. Bohjalian clearly did extensive research and he defies my general opinions of most white male authors. I was impressed with how he wrote female characters and characters of color. His portrayal of racism focused on criticism rather than normalizing it or using it as a plot device.
I am not typically an adventure reader but this book sucked me in and I loved it. The twist/reveal at the end was satisfying. I recommend this one for anyone who likes adventure, tension, human vs. nature, and Old Hollywood.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence and Violence
Moderate: Animal death
Minor: Blood
morg4nd's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
2.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Child abuse, Death, Gore, Gun violence, Torture, Violence, Kidnapping, Car accident, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
lulubeth's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Child abuse, Gore, Violence, and Murder
joellie's review against another edition
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
2.75
I usually enjoy Bohjalian’s books but this was weird. It must have been a result of lockdown. Dark with nothing but pointless deaths. Not sure what he was thinking or why he wrote this.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Violence