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hcube3's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
informative
sad
tense
fast-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? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Genocide, Infidelity, Physical abuse, Racism, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Abandonment, and Colonisation
beautifulpaxielreads's review
Not really my cup of tea, despite the importance of the subject.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Bullying, Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Genocide, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Forced institutionalization, and Religious bigotry
Minor: Gun violence
This book is set during the early period of the white invasion and settlement in Australia, and the institutionalised racism and effects of colonialism on First Nations people. Period-typical attitudes abound.