A review by transfish
The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin

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

4.5

i think once again that leguin is an expert storyteller. shes a master at capturing the perspectives of her characters. i agree that the book couldnt have ended any other way, as much as i hope for a different ending. a wonderful commentary on the arbitrariness of gender in our own society. i recommend those struggling to read this put it down & come back to it in a few years
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