A review by derivedcalyx
The Power by Naomi Alderman

challenging reflective 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? N/A

4.75

One of my favorite books I've read (granted most books I finish are my favorite until I read the next book). Genuinely great book, and the fictitious back and forth between Neil and Naomi at the end is incredibly witty and enjoyable. The pacing was wonderful for the story, and the interspersed pieces of archeological and anthropological bits and bobs were great for the building of the tone and overall mysticism around the world. 
I loved the way Alderman put into the work the development of a religion, it was probably my favorite part of the whole book. She wrote it in such a way that it invoked a sense of religious fervor in myself.
Holy shit was it good.
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