A review by jasminrain
Piranesi by Susanna Clarke

dark mysterious reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Absolutely brilliant piece of dark academia exploring the depths that people are willing to go to in the search for knowledge. I don't think it's a book for everyone - it is slow and there needs to be a certain appreciation for learning and knowledge to take interest in the book and its characters. But it is a truly astonishing piece of literature bringing together mystery, magical realism, ancient world and academia. I cannot say I've ever read anything quite like it before. 
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