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Vagabonds by Hao Jingfang
2.0
challenging reflective slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

While slow paced, the pacing still felt inconsistent. The writing/translation and analogies felt uninspired in several places. 

Interesting concepts and ideas are tackled in the book through the eyes of a handful of characters and a large fraction of the book is just dedicated to relationship building/progression. 

I muddled through it over an agonisingly long stretch, finished it and...I finished it. 

It's not for me, it may be for you.