A review by zoecrepp
The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Mariana Zapata
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Sexual content and Sexual assault
Moderate: Sexual harassment, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, and Alcoholism
This book deals with a lot of tough issues, especially childhood trauma, very well! However, I was incredibly disappointed by how the author dealt with the sexual assault in the story. I believe this is because the character getting molested was male and therefore, because of the societal biases towards men in those types of situations, the author decided it could be a joke. So I’d say if you are sensitive to any situation like that maybe avoid this book. Additionally , though the sex scene was steamy the author also needs to consider including more verbal consent because it not expressly stated at the beginning of the scene.