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whoisrois's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I really enjoyed most of this book but I am still speechless at the graphic rape scenes!! (and the misogyny, but this made sense to me as both the narrotors seemed misogynistic.) On a smaller note, the side plot with the ussr athletes was so bizarre and really took me out of things? Hated that.
The fact that it still might be one of the best books I’ve read this year is a real testament to the humour and the engrossing plot. (Sorry women 😞) would be 5 stars without the graphic sexual assault
The fact that it still might be one of the best books I’ve read this year is a real testament to the humour and the engrossing plot. (Sorry women 😞) would be 5 stars without the graphic sexual assault
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gore, Misogyny, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Medical content, Suicide attempt, Fire/Fire injury, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Drug use and Vomit
nebulous_tide's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Fairly well written and funny in parts. The narrator did a good job of the voices. However, the misogyny/sexism was too much to bear.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Rape, and Sexual assault
Moderate: Animal death, Death, Suicide, Blood, Alcohol, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Vomit
Be prepared for very one-dimensional female characters.