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A review by ila_mae
Uprooted by Naomi Novik
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Really beautiful. It felt like a fairy tale, but grown up and dark while still whimsical. I really appreciated that it was so grounded in our main character and that her learning to trust herself and her instincts is her main strength. I really enjoyed the plot and how the threat of the wood felt real and frightening the whole time- not once did I ever feel like this was something the characters could walk away from, and I thought it was done really well.
The one thing I didn't enjoy was the sex scene. I felt it was unnecessary and honestly kinda unbelievable considering the circumstances that had just happened. But I know that's a me thing.
The one thing I didn't enjoy was the sex scene. I felt it was unnecessary and honestly kinda unbelievable considering the circumstances that had just happened. But I know that's a me thing.
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Death, Sexual assault, and Violence
Minor: Body horror