A review by evaorbit
Tipping the Velvet by Sarah Waters
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The world building is phenomenal. It is long, but so interesting that it goes by fast. I wish more of the book focused on
Spoiler
Florence instead of DianaSpoiler
. Otherwise is was great to read about all of Nancy’s relationships as well as her experience dressing as a man. The relationships feel realistic, tender, and emotional.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse