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A review by solarmatrixcobra
A Magical Girl Retires by Park Seolyeon
adventurous
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Love how the writing made me imagine this as an aeni or an anime. I wish western books had such an engaging writing style as opposed to stretching out uninspired scenes with tons of useless words and cliche dialogues where barely anything happens.
I just feel like the profoundness of this book fell short compared to a very similar premise like Madoka Magicka, combining magical girls with existential dread and darker themes.
It also would have beneffited from being longer to flesh out all the characters more.
But overall really relatable for young people struggling under capitalism and an enjoyable read compared to a lot of western authors I've read recently.
I just feel like the profoundness of this book fell short compared to a very similar premise like Madoka Magicka, combining magical girls with existential dread and darker themes.
It also would have beneffited from being longer to flesh out all the characters more.
But overall really relatable for young people struggling under capitalism and an enjoyable read compared to a lot of western authors I've read recently.
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide attempt
Minor: Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Violence