A review by livewonderstruck
Babel by R.F. Kuang

challenging informative medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This is going to leave me with a book hangover. What could I possibly read next that will strike me the way this did? 

I usually gravitate away from books over 400 pages, because in my experience, they have slow moments and become a slog to get through. At 544 pages, I am astounded at how much this kept my attention all the way through. There was never a slow moment for me, because I was always learning, entertained, or itchy to know what was coming next. I was fascinated. 

Phenomenal book. 5 stars.