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A review by sharrikloves
Babel by R.F. Kuang
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
slow-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
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Genocide, Gore, Gun violence, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Slavery, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Violence, Xenophobia, Grief, Religious bigotry, Murder, Cultural appropriation, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, Colonisation, War, Injury/Injury detail, Classism
Moderate: Ableism, Child death, Death, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Vomit, Medical content, Religious bigotry, Car accident, Death of parent, Sexual harassment
This is an important read, but will be extremely triggering for AAPI + BIPOC readers.