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Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

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karen191's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious sad tense fast-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

4.75

I found this book incredibly interesting and enjoyable. Definitely a page turner. I wish the pace was a little bit slower to build on the main character

and her lovers

but I enjoyed the world building until the straight up last page.

Which, I had been wondering somewhat during the book but especially during the final battle if the Hunduns were truly the space villain, I’m very glad that got answered before the end of the book.

A bit of an unhinged female main character?! I love it, I don’t know if I’ve read a book like this before. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

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nooweljayy's review against another edition

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adventurous dark mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

as a mecha (anime) fan... this book SLAYED and gets my IMMEDIATE APPROVAL.

if y'all were ever wondering how mecha works as a book with only words, wonder no more, because this book exists. (also 10/10 recommend the author's YouTube channel, lol)

*my full review on Goodreads (copy and paste this link): https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5089808398

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vatodd's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional inspiring sad tense fast-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? No

4.75

Finally a feminist lead book that delivers. So many are drowned by the romance plot the strong woman premise completely crumbs as it become clear the author or more likely their editor believed a female lead book would not be strong enough without a male as a large part of the story. This book knew how to strike a proper balance. A dynamic male love interest without it overshadowing the female lead or her non-male centered goals. It was exciting, emotional and powerful. A lot of books disappoint with a lack luster end. This on the other hand had a shining last chapter and epilogue. Looking forward to the rest of the series. Only reason it is not a 5 is there were points or unnecessary repetition in view points.

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lindseyhall44's review against another edition

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challenging medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

I’m not exactly sure how I feel about Iron Widow, so this review is subject to change.

What I enjoyed:
-the ending was absolutely phenomenal, and it made me interested in continuing the series, despite my earlier hesitations
-the combination of history(loose) in a sci-fi landscape
-the polyamorous relationship( though I hope it’s expanded more in future books

What I felt was lacking
- the character walks the fine line between powerful and difficult, which I thought was crossed a few times
-the plot felt a bit convulsed at times, with many things going on
-there was a bit of a lull in the middle before the final battle

All In all I do think this would appeal to fantasy lovers, and I would recommend picking it up if you are interested!

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