A review by baileys_books
The Spear Cuts Through Water by Simon Jimenez

adventurous challenging dark emotional inspiring reflective tense 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? Yes

5.0

“This is a love story to its blade-dented bone”.

This was the best parts of a myth and a Miyazaki movie. What an absolutely incredible use of language and literary devices to craft a heart wrenching, brutal, beautiful story.