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Babel, or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators' Revolution by R.F. Kuang
912 reviews
carlapastor's review against another edition
- 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? It's complicated
5.0
Also, I don't think it was ever dense. This is one of those books that just make you want to keep reading. If I'm honest, I hope next time I read it it's not before bed, because I just can't put it down.
One of the few 5 stars I've read in my life.
Graphic: Drug abuse, Gore, Hate crime, Racism, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Cursing, Racial slurs, Slavery, Colonisation, Drug use, Murder, Sexism, War, Death, and Death of parent
Moderate: Addiction
philososquid's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I loved reading about the academic life of Robin and his classmates, and it was so exciting to include the Hermes society in Robin's life. I think RJ Kuang is skilled at world building and describing everything I'm her world clearly (though this is my first book by her).
I was so excited reading this book, seeing where it would go, but to be honest, that feeling fizzled out at the end. I think the story ended kind of quickly, considering all the build up. Perhaps the first 3/4 of the book could have been condensed, and we could have learned more about the Hermes society
Additionally, while I agree it's important to acknowledge the racism that all the characters experience, seeing as most of them are non-white, I feel that the author just beat us over the head with this message. I think I could have gotten the message even if it wasn't explicitly written over and over again how this white character was terribly racist towards this character of color. It just felt juvenile, like the author couldn't trust us to get the message unless she said it very clearly, over and over again.
I gave the book 4 stars because for the most part, I enjoyed it and was excited to read it. But to be honest, I am disappointed how it ended. Not the plot, per say, but the way it happened, if that makes sense.
Graphic: Violence, Physical abuse, and Racism
annamary54's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Colonisation, Blood, Death of parent, Gore, Racial slurs, Racism, Body horror, Child abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Classism, Fire/Fire injury, Misogyny, Police brutality, Slavery, Toxic friendship, Xenophobia, Death, Grief, Gun violence, Religious bigotry, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, War, Hate crime, Murder, Sexual harassment, and Suicide
elisabeth23's review against another edition
- 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
5.0
Graphic: Xenophobia, Racism, Racial slurs, Slavery, and Colonisation
Moderate: Classism, Violence, and Suicide
etherisapoet's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Toxic friendship, Violence, Suicide, and Racism
very_mellifluous's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The finish is still fresh in my mind and it hurts to think about too much. Possible revisions of this review to come as it percolates.
Moderate: Grief, Death, Racism, Colonisation, Violence, and Suicidal thoughts
kitkathw871's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Murder, Xenophobia, War, and Violence
nie_fertig's review against another edition
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
I don't want to spoil anymore, but it's absolutely worth the read and I will say here and now ROBIN X RAMY !!! 🥺🥺🥺
Graphic: Torture, Physical abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Racism, Murder, Misogyny, Violence, Suicidal thoughts, Grief, Death, Sexism, Colonisation, Drug use, and Death of parent
hellichipmunk's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Classism, Torture, Grief, Drug abuse, Suicide, Racism, Colonisation, Death, Violence, and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Alcohol, Gun violence, Sexism, Murder, Misogyny, Islamophobia, Car accident, Toxic friendship, Police brutality, Sexual harassment, War, and Confinement
beckyvh523's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Moderate: Misogyny, Death, Cultural appropriation, and Racism
Minor: Racial slurs, Abandonment, Violence, Suicidal thoughts, Drug use, Gun violence, Deportation, and Death of parent