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A review by amyhasel
The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin
dark
funny
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I am blown away. This book is super dark from the second it starts but manages to balance with a wry humor that is so difficult to pull off. I was genuinely surprised by every reveal. The world-building is insane and I can't get enough!
Graphic: Murder, Physical abuse, Xenophobia, Animal death, Child death, Child abuse, and Death