A review by scottishgremlin
Jade City by Fonda Lee

adventurous tense fast-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

4.75

I really enjoyed this book. Lee’s worldbuilding and prose are commendable but her strength is undoubtedly her character work. I especially appreciated how the wide cast was used to explore themes of identity and agency vs expectation. Will be picking up the sequel soon. 
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