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kellys_bookcase's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Forced institutionalization, Sexual harassment, Sexual assault, Violence, and Misogyny
Moderate: Torture, Murder, Death of parent, and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Suicide attempt, Homophobia, Lesbophobia, Vomit, Pregnancy, and Rape
th0rn's review against another edition
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Pregnancy, Physical abuse, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Rape, Sexual assault, Murder, Domestic abuse, Religious bigotry, and Torture
imyril's review against another edition
dark
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
What an beautiful, horrible tale. Merfolk as agents of the devil (or are they) and a religious community that survives on misogyny, controlling a small island with fear. There’s arguably nothing new to see here (although: merfolk!) but Chloe Timms has written a powerful, moving account from the perspective of young Esta, eyes set on the forbidden horizon in spite of her grandmother’s ferocious teachings, raised by those who are certain she bears her long-dead mother’s sins. Excellent narration by Samara Maclaren (altho why are there so many different regional accents on an island that cut itself off from the mainland generations ago?)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Religious bigotry and Misogyny
Moderate: Emotional abuse
Minor: Sexual assault and Torture
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