A review by jasmineehare
Do Not Say We Have Nothing by Madeleine Thien

challenging dark emotional hopeful informative inspiring reflective sad tense 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

This book is so rich in both feeling and information. I know it is historical fiction but it feels so real and paints the most vivid picture of life in China throughout the 20th century; I feel like it should be required reading to understand the traumatic history of the people of China. It’s a dense book and slower at times but it’s so worth it.
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