A review by clipshultz
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee

adventurous emotional reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book was an incredible read. Each character had so much life, and I felt pulled into each of their worlds. I cried multiple times while reading this, and many of the passages left me reflecting on how certain historical dynamics continue to play out today. This has been one of my favorite reads in recent years, as it pulls you deeply into storyline and keeps you invested in the fate of each character. I wish I could give this a higher rating, but it deserves every star.
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