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A review by ohelloandi
A Strange and Stubborn Endurance by Foz Meadows
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
I generally dislike first-person narratives. It is especially distracting to me switching between character A in first person to character B in the third person. The narrative would have been better off in the third person throughout. POV aside, there were some interesting fantasy elements: actually compelling political intrigue, queer-inclusive fantasy, and the PTSD/trauma was handled respectfully. I also feel that the story could have been tightened up and told in less than 528 pages. Overall, this was an engaging read with interesting worldbuilding and likable characters, but it's unlikely that I will read the sequel
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Animal death, Homophobia, and Blood
Minor: Ableism, Toxic relationship, and Fire/Fire injury