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A review by manuphoto
Where Late the Sweet Birds Sang by Kate Wilhelm
dark
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A truly excellent read. Kate Wilhelm writes beautifully and "Where Late the Sweet Birds Sang" is intelligent, touching and purposeful.
From the first pages of the novel, I could tell I was reading excellent work. The characters are all well defined, without the need of actual description. Their behaviour and actions speak for themselves.
They carry the plot forward effortlessly and Wilhelm's nuanced and elegant prose takes us for the ride.
It's a story about our individuality as human beings as well as our strengths and weaknesses as societies. It's remarkable how many themes and topics this book covers, especially given its short length.
I don't want to spoil anything about it, I just think everyone should read it. One of the strongest Hugo award winning novels I've read.
From the first pages of the novel, I could tell I was reading excellent work. The characters are all well defined, without the need of actual description. Their behaviour and actions speak for themselves.
They carry the plot forward effortlessly and Wilhelm's nuanced and elegant prose takes us for the ride.
It's a story about our individuality as human beings as well as our strengths and weaknesses as societies. It's remarkable how many themes and topics this book covers, especially given its short length.
I don't want to spoil anything about it, I just think everyone should read it. One of the strongest Hugo award winning novels I've read.