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ka_ke's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
On the one hand, I chose one hell of a time to pick it up seeing as Russia has cruelly invaded Ukraine and they have been at war for 1.5 years at this point. Therefore, I find myself unable to sympathize with Lady Death and the Russian people as they struggled through Nazi invasion.
On the other hand, the Diamond Eye is an excellent lesson in the theory of intersectionality and my understanding/belief in it.
Lyudmila is a Russian woman, a student majoring in history, a single mother whose husband abandoned their family. She is then forced to become an infamous sniper for the Russian army.
So while I can support a woman doing what she feels is right and proper to protect herself and her country, I am torn by my disgust at the present day uncalled-for actions of Russia against the citizens of Ukraine.
Graphic: Body horror, Cursing, Death, Gore, Gun violence, Misogyny, Violence, Blood, Grief, Medical trauma, Gaslighting, War, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, Genocide, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Forced institutionalization, Mass/school shootings, Murder, Abandonment, Alcohol, Sexual harassment, and Injury/Injury detail
mtnest's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Grief, Alcohol, Sexual harassment, War, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Misogyny, Sexism, Sexual content, Medical content, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Racism, Rape, and Vomit
stampest's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Violence, Blood, and War
Moderate: Gore and Sexual assault
Minor: Sexism and Sexual harassment
genieoneil's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: War
Minor: Cursing, Genocide, Misogyny, Racial slurs, Sexism, Blood, Alcohol, Sexual harassment, and Injury/Injury detail
bedtimesandbooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Gun violence, Infidelity, Pedophilia, Sexism, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Grief, Medical trauma, Stalking, Alcohol, Sexual harassment, War, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Rape and Abandonment
Minor: Racism
maralaene's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
I bought this book before reading anything about it simply on the premise that it was a brilliant bookish girl who defied all stereotypes and became one of the most notorious snipers in WWII. And it did not disappoint. Each of Mila’s roles as a student, as a soldier, as a mother, as a lover and a friend were beautifully written. I loved her from the very start. There were so many points where I laughed out loud and felt like screaming at this book, but no matter what it was nearly impossible to put down.
I have a soft spot for WWII historical fiction, especially for the books that tell the story of lesser known yet iconic characters in the war effort. Quinn has captured the essence of this woman and created a beautiful story to fit. Kitsenko, Kostia, Lena, and so many more were such a fantastic cast of characters and only served to make it that much more. This is definitely a top read of the year and I can’t wait for more.
Even if historical fiction isn’t usually your thing, please pick this up! I promise you won’t regret it.
Graphic: Gun violence, Violence, Stalking, Murder, and War
Moderate: Sexism, Toxic relationship, and Sexual harassment
camilleemcl's review against another edition
2.0
Graphic: Cursing
Moderate: Sexual content and Sexual harassment
sarahalena's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Death, Genocide, Gore, Rape, Sexual harassment, and War
ninjamuse's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Gun violence, Misogyny, Violence, Medical content, Grief, Sexual harassment, War, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Stalking, Suicide attempt, Murder, Gaslighting, and Alcohol
kimveach's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Bullying, Death, Emotional abuse, Gore, Gun violence, Sexism, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Medical content, Grief, Medical trauma, Abandonment, Alcohol, Sexual harassment, War, and Injury/Injury detail