jrand96 's review for:

Hummingbird Salamander by Jeff VanderMeer
2.0
challenging dark mysterious reflective slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Unlike Annihilation, VanderMeer's writing often stands in the book's way. Stripped of most of its descriptions to feel "timeless", this book instead features a bland and unpleasant protagonist and a depressing, apocalyptic vision that will leave the reader feeling dirty.