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A review by ofbooksandtrees
The Luis Ortega Survival Club by Sonora Reyes
emotional
hopeful
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? It's complicated
5.0
Read May 2024
A book about the aftermath of a rape and getting revenge, but also one about growing friendships, solidarity, and a sapphic romance.
While dealing with some very serious and heavy topics, the book never felt overly heavy to me. I think it helps that it’s balanced by the friendships and even the new romance. Also, it’s not too graphic as the actual assault isn’t on page, it’s more about the aftermath and rape culture in general. However, if this is an especially difficult subject for you to read about, make sure to look after yourself.
Would recommend the audiobook for this one. The narration is really well done.
A book about the aftermath of a rape and getting revenge, but also one about growing friendships, solidarity, and a sapphic romance.
While dealing with some very serious and heavy topics, the book never felt overly heavy to me. I think it helps that it’s balanced by the friendships and even the new romance. Also, it’s not too graphic as the actual assault isn’t on page, it’s more about the aftermath and rape culture in general. However, if this is an especially difficult subject for you to read about, make sure to look after yourself.
Would recommend the audiobook for this one. The narration is really well done.