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A review by kylieqrada
The Cemetery of Untold Stories by Julia Alvarez
emotional
informative
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I liked this a lot. It reminded me of my favorite read of last year, Family Lore by Elizabeth Acevedo. I loved the speculative element and the way the stories intertwined. However, I REALLY need to start checking trigger warnings because HOO BOY there was a scene that caught me off guard.
Graphic: Child death, Infidelity, and Murder
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Genocide, and Sexual assault
Minor: Homophobia, Miscarriage, and Death of parent