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A review by bairee
Bangkok Wakes to Rain by Pitchaya Sudbanthad
5.0
Man was this book a rollercoaster.
I couldn't quite wrap my head around this novel at the beginning and the time jumping back and forth was very confusing for me at first but as I became more accustomed to the authors writing style I became completely enthralled in the narrative of so many well thought out and depth-filled characters that I was wholeheartedly invested in.
I feel that all heavy subjects featured in this book were handled in a very respectful and tasteful way whilst still giving enough detail and emotion attached to the events that it genuinely tugged at my heart strings and really opened my eyes to the harsh, brutal yet beautiful nature of life.
I'm absolutely in love with the portrayal of the "future" throughout the novel and I was really surprised by how much I enjoyed that facet of the story as it's usually not at all my cup of tea so i'm very pleasantly surprised!
This was the first book i've read that focused on or even really featured Thai characters unfortunately but after reading this book it definitely won't be my last. I really love how the author balanced tragedies and shortcomings with showing the natural beauty of the country and the strength and community of the citizens.
100% would recommend!
I couldn't quite wrap my head around this novel at the beginning and the time jumping back and forth was very confusing for me at first but as I became more accustomed to the authors writing style I became completely enthralled in the narrative of so many well thought out and depth-filled characters that I was wholeheartedly invested in.
I feel that all heavy subjects featured in this book were handled in a very respectful and tasteful way whilst still giving enough detail and emotion attached to the events that it genuinely tugged at my heart strings and really opened my eyes to the harsh, brutal yet beautiful nature of life.
I'm absolutely in love with the portrayal of the "future" throughout the novel and I was really surprised by how much I enjoyed that facet of the story as it's usually not at all my cup of tea so i'm very pleasantly surprised!
This was the first book i've read that focused on or even really featured Thai characters unfortunately but after reading this book it definitely won't be my last. I really love how the author balanced tragedies and shortcomings with showing the natural beauty of the country and the strength and community of the citizens.
100% would recommend!