A review by ashdawn
Deerskin by Robin McKinley

challenging dark emotional sad slow-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

This one was so dark, but very well told retelling of "Donkeyskin" (which, in itself is a rough fairytale). It deals a LOT with incest, rape, and the trauma/healing of that. It was incredibly rough to get through, especially the first half of the book. Worth it, just be aware what you're getting into. 

"But I return to you now all that you did give me: all the rage and the terror, the pain and the hatred that should have been love. The nightmares, and the waking dreams that are worse than nightmares because they are memories. These I return to you, for I want them no more, and I will bear them not one whit of my time on this earth more."
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