A review by miles
Katabasis by R.F. Kuang

challenging dark reflective tense fast-paced

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

3.0

deeply frustrating characters

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Death, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Sexism, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Injury/Injury detail

Moderate: Bullying, Eating disorder, Injury/Injury detail

Minor: Suicide, Medical content, Murder, Sexual harassment