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Though not marketed as having major christian themes, this book certainly does. The author doesn't seem willing to make societal commentary on the controversial subjects that he introduces (child marriage, christianity). Our main character, Mariamma, seems to take on the role of wife and mother (at the age of 12) with a shrug. Not to mention the child grooming esq vibes with her husband. I dont DNF often but I might.

blegh

Radical acts of kindness. The Japanese Internment Camps are something taught in vagaries, glanced over in school. We never dive into JUST how horrific they truly were for our fellow Americans. Herbert Nicholson exemplifies the human condition by going above and beyond for those unlawfully detained (even at great risk to himself), even in horrific situations, people can be simply kind.

IM GETTING THRU IT (i fucking HATE everyone in this book i'm so impressed by this authors ability to make everyone an abhorrent individual)

I was reading this, hold lapsed. Figured i could re check it out... no more ebook copies.
I dont do audiobooks really... sos trying to listen to this as an audiobook (wish me luck. and patience)

Definitely a book to read slowly. A lot to take in, Interspersing this read with gentler books. A phenomenal critique on western imperialism, truly.

"As always, the dead will be made to pay the moral debt born of their killing." This will be a book, that will undoubtedly stick with me.

what a weird book honestly (expected)
LOVEE ava (unexpected)
knowing that the author works/worked for Syracuse makes me wonder how much the greek life culture/ the area itself has influenced the book

All three women are so deeply complex. I feel such a well of connection to Cassandra despite, I feel, her lack of page time. Elektra herself is a deeply troubled girl with such a warped sense of self, yet it is understandable given her circumstances and the time period she exists in. Clytemnestra is interesting I suppose? Shes got bad taste in men for sure

I loved the OG trilogy (even if I was 10 years late to the party...), and im continuing the HG momentum with the prequel. I cant wait to see what societal commentary ms collins has in store for this one😤

Ill pick up books I think seem interesting, with a VERY vague notion of what the actual premise of the book is. Absolutely rawdogging my reads, pure vibes only, methinks. I think I expected something far different from this, but so far im not mad at the general ambiance and story so far🤷🏻
Sometimes no expectations is the best way to read🫣

So far, better than book 2, the fantasy elements feel more fleshed out, theres a bit more world building

listen, im lowkey in a slump but this book is interesting and has some unique themes it's touching on so far so... vibes

The end of this chapter, discussing Denises impact (her work with Dalí, to the reporter) and the way this book continually emphasized the insignificance of 'The Defendant' is so brilliant.

Tables turned👀 Iris and Roman switched 'places' writing wise👀

this is my 4th attempt to try and read this book, its also the furthest ive gotten on any attempt so far🫡

Kidan is unsettling lowkey, shes fun tho🫣. The setting is uniquely done, the incorporation of African culture, language and mythology makes it interesting. I really dont know how I feel about the book so far tho plot wise tbh🕴

I know i personally felt like the whole ityasaari thing/dragon hidden identity thing was a huge missed opportunity to not relate to queerness/ real race in the first book. BUT DAMN book 2 is doing an insanely good job of connecting that
its definitely a slow read tho 🫣

The world seems VERY interesting, the characters introduced so far seem pretty engaging as well. It seems like a unique take on the whole vampire genre, maybe👀 well see

The story isn't quite as engaging so far, but it does further develop the relationships from book 1. Im enjoying the encryptions and decoding sections immensely tbh

The whole... Trust thing is tiring on BOTH sides ngl. I wish there was more focus on the whole war training (as there was in book 1). Like yeah relationship dynamics or whatever but if this book is gonna be a BRICK👀 develop the ✨fighting/training/riding✨ skills more as well lol
Who knows maybe it does later?

Im vibrating out of my skin with anticipation. If this book is bad i'm going to be severely disappointed👀