Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

Iron Widow

Iron Widow #1

Xiran Jay Zhao

394 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction fantasy lgbtqia+ science fiction young adult adventurous dark tense fast-paced

Description

Recasting the true story of the only female Chinese emperor as a thrilling space opera, Iron Widow follows a young concubine-pilot determined to dismantle the patriarchal system following the brutal death of her sister."I have no faith in love. Lo...

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Moods

adventurous 88%
dark 75%
tense 61%
emotional 47%
challenging 27%
inspiring 19%
mysterious 18%
sad 13%
funny 10%
reflective 10%
hopeful 6%
informative 1%

Pace

fast 67%
medium 31%
slow 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 62% | Character: 21% | Plot: 15%

Strong character development?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 5% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 14% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.22

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