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3.56 AVERAGE
3.56 AVERAGE
I did like the idea of this book and some of the events that transpired, but I really didn't get to know any of the side characters and the twists felt very predictable. It's not a bad read by any stretch, I just don't think it fully lived up to the potential.
2.5
I really wanted to love this book, but damn I got so bored of the flat characters.
I really wanted to love this book, but damn I got so bored of the flat characters.
I debated between giving this book three or four stars for a while, but after reading the author's note I decided that it deserves that fourth star. Though Thea annoyed me at times (mainly because of the way she treated her boyfriend, Drew), The Black Coats was a powerful story. It really did shine a light on the morality of vigilante justice, which I constantly went back and forth on throughout the reading process. I absolutely adored the ending of this book (no spoilers), but it was perfect.
Real rating: Hmmm...I’d say about 4.25 stars. Only 4 stars doesn’t quite give it justice.
I heard about “The Black Coats” on EpicReads, where it was featured on a list of “feminist books to dismantle the patriarchy”.
Dismantle the patriarchy? SAY. NO. MORE.
Out of all of the books on the list that I hadn’t yet read (or that I hadn’t already put on my to-read list), this one caught my eye the most. Surprisingly, it was already available, so I immediately put it on hold.
My expectations were...fairly average. I wasn’t expecting anything mind-blowing, but from the “Roses are red/Violets are blue/If you hurt us/We’re coming for you” hook, I got pretty excited. And honestly? “The Black Coats” exceeded my expectations in almost every respect.
There was so much time and attention to detail put into this book, especially when it came to the Black Coats themselves. Everything was so intricately designed, and no stone was left unturned when it came to the details. I love how each team was named after a different kind of butterfly (and, no spoilers, but the butterfly thing comes with a major twist about 75% of the way through), each of the Presidents were named after an actual U.S. president (which begs the question...why Nixon?), and so on. There’s mounds of little clues and Easter Eggs hidden in and around the most random and unsuspecting of parts, but as insignificant as they seem, they ALL come back to haunt you. Every one of them. So keep your eyes peeled and be sure to remember everything-you might be surprised.
The characters were so incredibly real, so full of heart, humanity, and ferocity. I loved Team Banner, and especially how they all played off of each other and stuck together no matter what. They seemed like a teensy bit of a motley crew at first, but each one had their individual-and crucial-role to play.
The theme of “The Black Coats” was also incredibly important, and also very relevant to this day and age. I loved how this book explored all sides of the topic, without leaning exclusively to one side or being overly preachy. A+, Mrs. Oakes.
Lastly, this was a perfect read for International Women’s Day AND Women’s History Month. I’m so glad I checked this book out when I did. :)
In short, an action-packed, feminist novel full of heart, wit, and ferocity. I highly recommend it.
I heard about “The Black Coats” on EpicReads, where it was featured on a list of “feminist books to dismantle the patriarchy”.
Dismantle the patriarchy? SAY. NO. MORE.
Out of all of the books on the list that I hadn’t yet read (or that I hadn’t already put on my to-read list), this one caught my eye the most. Surprisingly, it was already available, so I immediately put it on hold.
My expectations were...fairly average. I wasn’t expecting anything mind-blowing, but from the “Roses are red/Violets are blue/If you hurt us/We’re coming for you” hook, I got pretty excited. And honestly? “The Black Coats” exceeded my expectations in almost every respect.
There was so much time and attention to detail put into this book, especially when it came to the Black Coats themselves. Everything was so intricately designed, and no stone was left unturned when it came to the details. I love how each team was named after a different kind of butterfly (and, no spoilers, but the butterfly thing comes with a major twist about 75% of the way through), each of the Presidents were named after an actual U.S. president (which begs the question...why Nixon?), and so on. There’s mounds of little clues and Easter Eggs hidden in and around the most random and unsuspecting of parts, but as insignificant as they seem, they ALL come back to haunt you. Every one of them. So keep your eyes peeled and be sure to remember everything-you might be surprised.
The characters were so incredibly real, so full of heart, humanity, and ferocity. I loved Team Banner, and especially how they all played off of each other and stuck together no matter what. They seemed like a teensy bit of a motley crew at first, but each one had their individual-and crucial-role to play.
The theme of “The Black Coats” was also incredibly important, and also very relevant to this day and age. I loved how this book explored all sides of the topic, without leaning exclusively to one side or being overly preachy. A+, Mrs. Oakes.
Lastly, this was a perfect read for International Women’s Day AND Women’s History Month. I’m so glad I checked this book out when I did. :)
In short, an action-packed, feminist novel full of heart, wit, and ferocity. I highly recommend it.
Read this book at the absolute perfect time in my life. I want to scream, I want to fight, I want to sob, I want to heal. I want justice, I want vengeance, I want answers, I want to understand. I want comfort, I want safety, I want love. I want it for everyone.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
sad
fast-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
Great empowering book about the injustices done unto women and how those women deal with the trauma that they have experienced. Loved the characters and their relationships with each other.
Guys I'm going to be honest. I've been in a really bad book slump lately, and I never thought this book would be the one to pull me out of it.
I wish I could write a review to give it justice but right now I can't. All I can say is read this book.
Only reason I am giving this four stars, is the ending was a tad rushed but I cannot think of a single thing I would change.
(Raises glass) To all strong women, may nothing ever break you.
I wish I could write a review to give it justice but right now I can't. All I can say is read this book.
Only reason I am giving this four stars, is the ending was a tad rushed but I cannot think of a single thing I would change.
(Raises glass) To all strong women, may nothing ever break you.
The Black Coats is gripping, intense, and really made me think.
I'm still processing everything that happened, but I genuinely appreciated and enjoyed it.
I'm still processing everything that happened, but I genuinely appreciated and enjoyed it.
HOLY SHIT. I finished almost in one sitting
*I received an ARC from the publisher in exchange for honest review. Review to come*
*I received an ARC from the publisher in exchange for honest review. Review to come*