A review by izzyjunghans
The Obelisk Gate by N.K. Jemisin

adventurous challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

ahhhh what, this took me super long to finish (not because it was boring, just because I lacked the time) and there is no way I could rate it badly. I love (most) of the characters so much and the intricate plot + magic system. It’s just that good. You do need to focus to understand what is going on, because it is complex.