A review by megmullens
A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine

adventurous mysterious 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? No

5.0

Absolutely stunning story. It's everything I hoped to write in a sci-fi novel I started last year. I really admire the author's use of language and how it affects culture, worldview, class systems and the intrigue. I just wish the writing was more implicit and let the reader space to interpret and decipher rather than give an explanation right away during political conversations.