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nonfictionfeminist's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
informative
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A thought-provoking novel about what "motherhood" and "family" mean in a world where science can make changes in our most basic structures. Chadwick left me with so much to consider; while the main character is pretty unlikeable and I'm not sure about the main relationship, I don't think a character needs to be likeable for their story to be important. Excellent novel to bring to a book club discussion.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Child abuse, Death, Hate crime, Homophobia, Lesbophobia, and Classism
misty_ttm's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
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? Yes
5.0
This book, is an incredibly well written tale about a woman, Jules, struggling with both her own self worth and feelings about the baby she decided she would have with her partner Rosie. It really shows the difficulties of pregnancy quite well, as well as displays just how the media can be a harmful group for people.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug use, Miscarriage, Grief, Pregnancy, and Lesbophobia
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, and Death