leziga13 's review for:

The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu

4.5

challenging mysterious reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

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This is very science fiction but heavy on the science and theory. I've never read any sci-fi story so focused on the scientific theories pushing the plot forward. It's not light reading in that regards, but still an entertaining story.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Mental illness, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Torture, Violence, Blood, Death of parent, Murder, Pregnancy, Alcohol, War, Injury/Injury detail, Classism

Suicide is a major plot point, but it doesn't linger on the ideation