352 pages • first pub 2022 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781761065545
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Publication date: 29 August 2022
Description
An uncompromising and compelling feminist Western for readers of The Natural Way of Things.In Darkwater, being female doesn't amount to much. But Chelsea's luckier than most. She's the young lover of the town's feared leader, which she keeps telli...
Community Reviews Summary of 28 reviews
Moods
adventurous 60%
dark 50%
tense 30%
hopeful 20%
reflective 20%
challenging 10%
inspiring 10%
sad 10%
Pace
slow 20%
fast 10%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 66% | Character: 16% | Plot: 16%Strong character development?
Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 40% | No: 40% | Yes: 20%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 20%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 50% | Yes: 50%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Misogyny, ViolenceModerate
Rape, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuseMinor
Death of parent
352 pages • first pub 2022 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781761065545
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Publication date: 29 August 2022
Description
An uncompromising and compelling feminist Western for readers of The Natural Way of Things.In Darkwater, being female doesn't amount to much. But Chelsea's luckier than most. She's the young lover of the town's feared leader, which she keeps telli...
Community Reviews Summary of 28 reviews
Moods
adventurous 60%
dark 50%
tense 30%
hopeful 20%
reflective 20%
challenging 10%
inspiring 10%
sad 10%
Pace
slow 20%
fast 10%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 66% | Character: 16% | Plot: 16%Strong character development?
Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 40% | No: 40% | Yes: 20%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 20%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 50% | Yes: 50%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Misogyny, ViolenceModerate
Rape, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuseMinor
Death of parent