A review by sp00ky_n3rd
Babel by R.F. Kuang

adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful informative mysterious reflective sad tense 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? Yes

4.5

This book was so beautifully written. It feels grand and romantic but tragic and sad. I love how Kuang managed to weave the reality of racism and colonialism into a fictional story. The characters were wonderfully constructed, and their decisions and feelings made sense for each of them.