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A review by joyfayrweather
The Silence of the Girls by Pat Barker
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
I enjoyed this book. It is similar to song of Achilles but also shows a darker side to both Patroclus and Achilles. Breseis is a compelling storyteller, sometimes making jokes at the darkest of times.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Emotional abuse, Gore, Misogyny, Rape, Sexism, Sexual violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, Murder, and Sexual harassment