Scan barcode
A review by aj_mooney
Better the Blood by Michael Bennett
dark
reflective
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
3.75
This was both a page-turning crime novel and a compelling exploration of the trauma caused by colonization. While I learned a lot about the Māori peoples, I also saw a lot of parallels to the injustices that persist here in America.
Hana is a complicated character who I enjoyed cheering for. The multiple povs added depth to all characters and prevented this from just being a good guy vs bad guy story. I also loved the character of Addison. I'm excited to continue following these characters with the next book.
Hana is a complicated character who I enjoyed cheering for. The multiple povs added depth to all characters and prevented this from just being a good guy vs bad guy story. I also loved the character of Addison. I'm excited to continue following these characters with the next book.
Graphic: Suicide, Blood, Police brutality, Death of parent, Murder, and Colonisation