A review by bikes_and_books
The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen

challenging dark emotional fast-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? No

5.0

This book sort of blew me away. The writing style is incredibly engaging and the insight and perspective on the war are distilled in such a poignant and gut-punching way, it left me rather speechless.