A review by candournat
The Mountains Sing by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai

dark emotional informative reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

So beautifully written and so sad.. an absolute must read if you’re a fan of historical fiction, or want to learn more about the Vietnam War! 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Blood, Classism, Death of parent, Kidnapping, Murder, Abandonment, Abortion, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Death, Grief, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Physical abuse, Pregnancy, Rape, Sexual assault, Terminal illness, Torture, Violence, and War