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A review by crow_enjoyer
Rosewater by Tade Thompson
adventurous
mysterious
medium-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? Yes
4.0
There's a lot going on in this book. Aliens, superpowers, various sci fi tech, and more. All set in a futuristic Nigeria.
The book is really about how one man reacts to all this. He's not particularly likeable. He's a horny kleptomaniac who struggles to maintain any friendships, and he admits as much. It makes sense why he is this way, given his circumstances, but regardless, he's not exactly a loveable guy. This is equal parts fascinating and frustrating, in my opinion, and ultimately I'm left wanting more.
In a way, my ultimate opinion on this book will likely depend on what I get in the rest of the triology, but for now I can say it's been an enjoyable ride.
The book is really about how one man reacts to all this. He's not particularly likeable. He's a horny kleptomaniac who struggles to maintain any friendships, and he admits as much. It makes sense why he is this way, given his circumstances, but regardless, he's not exactly a loveable guy. This is equal parts fascinating and frustrating, in my opinion, and ultimately I'm left wanting more.
In a way, my ultimate opinion on this book will likely depend on what I get in the rest of the triology, but for now I can say it's been an enjoyable ride.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder, Rape, and Torture