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A review by misszierose
Babel: An Arcane History by R.F. Kuang
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This is a dense, erudite, and dark book. I truly believe everyone who loves language and books and believes in basic human rights even if people different from you should at least attempt this book. It is so important especially in the social and political and cultural time we are currently living through. Our choices matter. People deserve respect. Knowledge is power. Who holds that power is something that can alter the whole world’s future.
Graphic: Child abuse, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexism, Slavery, Violence, Xenophobia, Police brutality, Islamophobia, Trafficking, Kidnapping, Murder, Cultural appropriation, Colonisation, War, and Classism
Moderate: Slavery, Kidnapping, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, Toxic friendship, Injury/Injury detail, and Pandemic/Epidemic