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A review by ajobin
Babel: An Arcane History by R.F. Kuang
challenging
dark
emotional
slow-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book has left me a hollow shell of my former self. I can't wish this suffering on anyone and yet I desperately need everyone to experience it. This may be one of my favorite reads of all time.
The complexity of the characters felt realistic and I was incredibly attached to them all, especially Robin. I loved the world building around translation.
I will say that it's quite a slow pace, and part 5 really dragged for me. Overall though I really think it's a masterpiece.
The complexity of the characters felt realistic and I was incredibly attached to them all, especially Robin. I loved the world building around translation.
I will say that it's quite a slow pace, and part 5 really dragged for me. Overall though I really think it's a masterpiece.
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism, and Colonisation
Moderate: Death, Blood, and Violence
Minor: Child abuse