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A review by maelikesbooks
The Obelisk Gate by N.K. Jemisin
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
slow-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
3.75
This book explores some amazing themes and is beautifully written. I love the characters and their dynamics and the commentary on love, parenthood and growing up in an oppressive world. However, the slow pace did make it harder to get through and enjoy it. I’m glad I read it, and I will be reading the final book in the trilogy, but it wasn’t the most enjoyable of reads.
Graphic: Child abuse, Body horror, Death of parent, Death, Domestic abuse, Grief, Kidnapping, Physical abuse, Terminal illness, and Murder
Moderate: Child death
Minor: Sexual content