A review by rongrong
A Desolation Called Peace by Arkady Martine

adventurous mysterious medium-paced

• 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? Yes

3.5

Aliens are fascinating. Some actions/behaviors of main characters slightly impenetrable. The growth of the emperor in waiting was suspenseful and fun to follow.