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349 pages • first pub 2021 (editions) user-added
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Format: Digital
Language: English
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Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao is a gripping and empowering read that will captivate fans of strong, complex female protagonists and absorbing explorations of patriarchy, war, and identity, particularly those who enjoy science fiction, mecha action, and LGBTQ+ themes.
Description
Pacific Rim meets The Handmaid’s Tale in this blend of Chinese history and mecha science fiction for YA readers. The boys of Huaxia dream of pairing up with girls to pilot Chrysalises, giant transforming robots that can battle the mecha aliens ...
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Moods
adventurous: 87%
dark: 73%
tense: 62%
emotional: 49%
challenging: 27%
inspiring: 19%
mysterious: 18%
sad: 14%
funny: 10%
reflective: 10%
hopeful: 6%
informative: 2%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Misogyny, Alcoholism, ViolenceModerate
Sexual assault, Torture, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Rape, Sexual violence, Sexual content349 pages • first pub 2021 (editions) user-added
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Digital
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao is a gripping and empowering read that will captivate fans of strong, complex female protagonists and absorbing explorations of patriarchy, war, and identity, particularly those who enjoy science fiction, mecha action, and LGBTQ+ themes.
Description
Pacific Rim meets The Handmaid’s Tale in this blend of Chinese history and mecha science fiction for YA readers. The boys of Huaxia dream of pairing up with girls to pilot Chrysalises, giant transforming robots that can battle the mecha aliens ...
Community Reviews
Moods
adventurous: 87%
dark: 73%
tense: 62%
emotional: 49%
challenging: 27%
inspiring: 19%
mysterious: 18%
sad: 14%
funny: 10%
reflective: 10%
hopeful: 6%
informative: 2%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Misogyny, Alcoholism, ViolenceModerate
Sexual assault, Torture, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Rape, Sexual violence, Sexual content