A review by lottiegasp
The Monsters We Defy by Leslye Penelope
adventurous
funny
hopeful
mysterious
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? Yes
4.5
This is an exciting and well-written novel set in 1920s Washington DC. It has spirits making mischievous deals with humans, a heist to save the wave of lower class Black folks who have suddenly gone missing and a fun, romantic storyline.
Moderate: Racism, Gun violence, Police brutality, and Classism
Minor: Slavery
While it deals with serious issues of racism and colorism, I found that it did so in a cathartic rather than heavy or upsetting way