A review by minayana
Leave the World Behind by Rumaan Alam

mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Such an interesting book that’s very much vibes before plot. The prose is very over written with descriptive vocabulary, and usually that doesn’t work for me but I really enjoyed it in this one. It’s written in 3rd person POV, and you are not in one singular persons mind. The POV will switch back and forth all in one page, almost like their thoughts are in conversation with each other. The characters and their interactions are so intriguing, and they really felt like real people. I loved how nothing was really explained, and we would get random tidbits of information about things that are going to happen in the future or in separate parts of the world. I definitely feel like this book could be a new favorite upon reread.