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A review by lavendar_fr0g
Magma by Thora Hjörleifsdóttir
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
The writing is slightly off, stilled- likely due to translation. It’s an okay look at an abusive relationship, the slow degradation of boundaries and slow acceptance. The guy was bad news off the bat and Lilja is a bit of a jerk (doesn’t mean she deserves it obviously). Ending was a bit abrupt, didn’t resolve anything but it’s meant to make reader decide what happened for themselves.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Mental illness, Self harm, Toxic relationship, Suicide attempt, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Misogyny, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Blood, and Pregnancy
Minor: Body shaming, Homophobia, Sexism, Vomit, and Alcohol