A review by i_mina_i
Babel: Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators' Revolution by R.F. Kuang

challenging dark emotional inspiring 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? No

5.0

I read so many books hoping to find one that challenges and moves me like this. Babel is a beautifully written exploration of academia, imperialism, language, and identity. This is the first book by Kuang that I've read but it certainly won't be the last. 
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