bek67's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
This book centers about a young half-Chinese orphan Ernest, who is raffled off in 1909. As the story unfolds it centers around Ernest, Fahn and Maisie, in 1909 and Ernest in the 1960s. It's a story the full of heartbreak and hope. I loved the cast of characters and I'm shocked this actually happened in Seattle!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment
Minor: Child death and Rape
ottercorg's review
emotional
funny
reflective
tense
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? No
5.0
The second book of Ford’s that I’ve read this year, and third of his overall - and now my favorite. A story full of vivid characters set in perfectly described scenes. Ford has such a gift. I felt for Ernest, Fahn, and Masie with each page turn, and the ending melted my little heart. Well done.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Dementia, and Grief
caleighrosebud's review
adventurous
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Trafficking, Colonisation, Racism, and Mental illness
Minor: Child death and Sexual violence
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