A review by ha1yan
Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

dark emotional

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Loved the nuance in the characters and worldbuilding. Shimin is an intensely loveable character. My main criticism of the writing was that the word shuddered/stuttered was used noticeably often.