A review by dorisko
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang

challenging emotional funny mysterious reflective sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Great book, although left me a little underwhelmed, but isn't that how racism and misogyny works? Slowly, not creating huge waves, just drowning us.
I would say it's my least favorite out of Kuang's books which is still a HIGH praise.
The book grips its reader and the plot flows quite fast, with a few stumbles here and there. Reading the thoughts of such a disgusting and tiring character was a weird experience. Not sure if even a chapter from a different perspective (Athena's? her sister? another?) would elevate the work or not.
And I'm always down for shi**ng on twitter 🤮
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