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kirstym25's review against another edition
challenging
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Graphic: Racism, Rape, and Slavery
Moderate: Racial slurs, Violence, and Classism
muffmacguff's review
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I enjoyed this so much! It felt like a classic Zadie Smith novel that just happened to take place in the 19th century. Very thoughtful, challenging, and often funny. I loved seeing this world through Eliza’s eyes.
Graphic: Racism, Rape, Slavery, and Torture
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