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A review by chultman
Babel by R.F. Kuang
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
-0.25 for lack of queer representation, however sexuality was really only referenced once during the book. When it was referenced, it was intersectional and critiqued racial dynamics/whiteness. General positive the book did not fall into the love interest trope. One of the best books I have ever read. Only major qualm is that it ended!
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent, Cultural appropriation, Injury/Injury detail, War, Xenophobia, Slavery, Physical abuse, Racism, Colonisation, Misogyny, Death, Gun violence, Classism, Sexism, Drug use, Sexual harassment, Violence, and Murder