I really had no idea what to expect going into this and WOW it really blew my socks off! The world was so rich and yet so, so grounded; the characters all were so complex and sympathetic and yet frustrating as well. I loved that things had consequences in this book, and was left wanting a lot more of this world- I was surprised there hasn't been a sequel because it really felt like there was going ot be, but I also recognize the power in having this be a standalone and encouraging the reader to do imagining of a future on their own.

Okay I will say: having the 'Villain' (insofar as you can point to one characters as one in this book) be Fat, even with the explanation as to why, was a little gross honestly? Like we don't need to use fatphobia to reinforce how bad this guy was. There are other avenues. That and a throwaway line about Native people which wasn't BAD but could definitely be read as reinforcing some stereotypes about alcohol are my two biggest issues with the book, which speaks volumes as to how good the book is!