A review by jennastopreading
The Grace Year, by Kim Liggett
challenging
dark
tense
medium-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? Yes
3.5
I don't read a loy of dystopian, but when I do, I always think to myself, "Why don't I pick up this genre more?"
Reading THE GRACE YEAR was no different. This story was engaging, compelling. and layered. I really enjoyed Tierney's character, what she stood for, and the way the timeline unraveled. The ending had me reeling a bit, and I kind of like an unsettling ending? It won't be one I forget, that's for sure.
In a nutshell (and yes I'm rating out of 10's instead of 5's because I do what I want):
10/10 on listenability. The narrator fit the MC well, and it was so fun to listen to - you don’t have to focus super hard.
6/10 on the storyline/writing. There were a few areas where I got bored.
8/10 on the MC. Really liked her strength and how she used her rebellious streak for good!
And 7/10 on the ending.
Reading THE GRACE YEAR was no different. This story was engaging, compelling. and layered. I really enjoyed Tierney's character, what she stood for, and the way the timeline unraveled. The ending had me reeling a bit, and I kind of like an unsettling ending? It won't be one I forget, that's for sure.
In a nutshell (and yes I'm rating out of 10's instead of 5's because I do what I want):
10/10 on listenability. The narrator fit the MC well, and it was so fun to listen to - you don’t have to focus super hard.
6/10 on the storyline/writing. There were a few areas where I got bored.
8/10 on the MC. Really liked her strength and how she used her rebellious streak for good!
And 7/10 on the ending.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Child death, Torture, Death, and Blood
Moderate: Cursing, Vomit, and Pregnancy