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A review by kelseyr713
Sorrowland by Rivers Solomon
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Fantastic. I want to read everything Rivers has ever written now; fae have an incredible way with words. There’s so much to consider while reading; this is a novel that made me think and will continue to sit with me for a long while. I was gripped throughout. It will absolutely benefit from rereadings. Vern is a wonderful protagonist, extremely well-rounded and real despite everything happening around her.
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Animal death, Body horror, Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Racism, Sexual assault, Violence, Murder, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Drug use, Misogyny, Rape, Sexual content, Police brutality, and Pregnancy