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

dark emotional tense fast-paced
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

So, the plot of this one was a little bit messier than the first book, but I think that's because the perspectives in this one didn't interlock as tightly, so I'm okay with it. It's still absolutely fantastic! If I had to criticize, it'd be that Jemisin is a little heavy handed with her messages sometimes, but given that I agree with those messages, it didn't really bother me. If you don't agree though, it might be hard.

Spoiler free, The Broken Earth trilogy review: https://youtu.be/H83E_4F_09k
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