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The Obelisk Gate by N.K. Jemisin

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lem0ngirl's review against another edition

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adventurous dark reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

djorgenson112358's review against another edition

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5.0

Oh rusting Earth, what to say about this book? I've just finished it and I may need to let it sit for a bit and return for a review later instead of just heaping on superlatives. Starting it was like meeting up with the best of old friends and learning what they've been up to in all the time since you last spoke. It continues the beautiful world-building of the first book. The author is stunning in her creativity.

benstanley's review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

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

4.0

inyolian's review against another edition

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adventurous dark tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

carlieneisphd's review against another edition

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5.0

Much like the first book (The Fifth Season), there is never a dull moment. I am with Essun and Nassun in every moment of triumph, grief, annoyance, and every emotion in between. Jemisin's writing is the peak of world-building, lore, and deep emotion. You'll feel things you didn't even know you could.

kkeele's review against another edition

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4.0

The second book in the trilogy and there is still so much going on. I love Jemisin’s world building, and this story is gripping. In book two we return to Essun as she is waiting out the end of the season, when she crosses paths with an old friend. This book took me through the feels. I can’t wait to dive into book three.