A review by samants
Interesting Times by Terry Pratchett

adventurous medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

I know, I know. This rating is heretical, etc. But I don't think Pratchett handles discussions of Asian culture well, even if it is meant to be a spoof/satire/whatever. I just felt a little icky for most of the book. The jokes felt pretty offensive and out of date, and I know it's 20 years old, but it aged badly. (Side note: I also felt kind of icky about some of the jokes in Good Omens. I hope Pratchett reformed his views of Asian culture over time, and learned not to conflate China and Japan quite so much :/ )

I did like Lord Hong's strategy and the Horde. Otherwise, this book fell flat to me.
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