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Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao @XiranJayZhao @PenguinTeenCa

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  The Blurb Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao My rating: 5 of 5 stars  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow, what an amazing ride this book was. Working on the rest of this review. 9/16 update: I don't even know where to start with this review. This story sucked me right in and did not let go until the very end. This story is simple and complex all at the same time. We meet a young woman willing to sacrifice herself in order to avenge her sister's death but I think it' was also a way for her to show the other young women a way to rebel. To throw the patriarchy for a loop. Zetian also has two love interests in this book. Which some people may not be comfortable with but wasn't a problem for me. I actually loved that having a third partner in their relationship gave the pilots a way to bridge their bond and strengthen it. Check out the author's website for artwork inspired by the characters. My favorite is Shimin with his wings cupping Zetian's face. Eighteen-year-old Zetian has a plan. She ...