A review by dancingprince
Winterland by Rae Meadows

challenging emotional inspiring slow-paced

• 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

4.5

What a window into the world of a Soviet athlete. Incredible characterization and voice. Believable. I couldn't put it down

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Body shaming, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, and Forced institutionalization

Moderate: Fatphobia, Physical abuse, Death of parent, and Sexual harassment

Minor: Pedophilia, Medical content, and Injury/Injury detail