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A review by afraidofwhat
Babel by R.F. Kuang
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexism, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Xenophobia, Vomit, Islamophobia, Murder, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, Colonisation, War, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Gore, Suicide, Religious bigotry, Death of parent, Sexual harassment