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bi_n_large's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Misogyny, Rape, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Violence, Murder, Toxic friendship, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, and Alcohol
Minor: Fire/Fire injury
morebedsidebooks's review against another edition
3.0
By Jessica Schiefauer, and translated by Saskia Vogel, garnering prestigious awards and nominations, both banned and taught in schools along with glowingly recommended in LGBTQ+ lists, this is one of those dark YA fairytale-like books in a magical realism vein.
See my blog for an in-depth review.
Graphic: Bullying, Misogyny, Sexism, and Dysphoria
Moderate: Body shaming, Homophobia, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Transphobia, Violence, Alcohol, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Drug use, Suicidal thoughts, and Fire/Fire injury
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