A review by readingonthefly
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang

challenging dark mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I needed a Y title for my alphabet challenge, and someone suggested Yellowface. All I knew was this author also wrote Babel and I was very intimidated. I checked it out from Libby and thought if I didn’t like it I could return and find another Y title. 

I went in blind and WOW, I was so surprised that I really liked this! A very unlikeable main character and I just ate it up. It also takes place where I live! I loved the mention of the exorcist stairs, as I actually went there as a kid. 

It was a quick audio I really enjoyed, and happy to check off another letter! 
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