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A review by rowans_revenge
A Strange and Stubborn Endurance by Foz Meadows
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
This is a wonderful story full of self discovery, healing, and identity. Meadows weaves a slot burn (yet hot) romance together with a riveting conspiracy plot, creating a beautiful tapestry that I tore through in less than a week.
There is incredible diversity, both LGBTQ+ representation and artful depiction of POC. <I was originally wary of the rape scene so early in, but it was sensitively written. The only thing I wish for this book is more development of the healing from the assault; recovery and healing is not as nicely wrapped up in a bow, the way it is depicted in the book.>
There is incredible diversity, both LGBTQ+ representation and artful depiction of POC. <I was originally wary of the rape scene so early in, but it was sensitively written. The only thing I wish for this book is more development of the healing from the assault; recovery and healing is not as nicely wrapped up in a bow, the way it is depicted in the book.>
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide attempt
There are graphic descriptions of rape, self harm, and suicidal ideation pretty early on, but the overall story shows healing from it