A review by shieldbearer
Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer

challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

An incredibly dense read, but in a good way- it is concise and every sentence has a reason for being where it is. Very layered and very human. The Biologist is a well-crafted, realistic character. Definitely worth a reread. 
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