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asolis's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.0
Cantoras seamlessly melds the stories of five queer women to explore the history of Uruguay, queer joy, life under a dictatorship, and the importance of community and making space for yourself in the world. This book runs the gamut of emotions, but leaves you with a sense of hope.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Confinement, Death, Homophobia, Infidelity, Misogyny, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Torture, Forced institutionalization, Grief, Medical trauma, Suicide attempt, Lesbophobia, and Abandonment
Minor: Cursing and Death of parent
brynngaybee's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
One of the best books I've read in a while. Beautifully written with great characters and interesting subject matter. Great read!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Confinement, Homophobia, and Forced institutionalization
Minor: Cursing, Death, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, and Antisemitism
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