A review by storiesofsophie
The Mountains Sing by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai

emotional hopeful reflective 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

5.0

A great, emotional book. Deeply examines the tensions between Northern and Southern Vietnam. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child death, Death of parent, Death, and Violence

Moderate: Rape and Abortion

Minor: Alcoholism, Police brutality, Blood, Cancer, Excrement, Genocide, Gore, and Gun violence