Yellowface by R.F. Kuang

Yellowface

R.F. Kuang

328 pages first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary thriller dark tense fast-paced
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From the bestselling author of Babel and The Poppy War trilogy, Yellowface is a masterful interrogation of white privilege and cultural appropriation within the publishing industry that will stick with you long after you've finished the last page....

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Community Reviews Summary of 64,601 reviews

Moods

dark 68%
tense 62%
reflective 39%
challenging 35%
mysterious 29%
funny 27%
emotional 25%
informative 13%
sad 7%
adventurous 4%
lighthearted 2%
inspiring 1%

Pace

fast 52%
medium 42%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 49% | A mix: 40% | Plot: 9%

Strong character development?

No: 49% | It's complicated: 32% | Yes: 17%

Loveable characters?

No: 80% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 97% | It's complicated: 2%

Average rating

4.08

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