A review by its_justine
Senlin Ascends by Josiah Bancroft

5.0

Senlin Ascends is one of the most unique stories I’ve ever had the pleasure of reading. It is a tale of transformation, exquisitely written with prose that is just altogether breathtaking. It’s weird and mystifying and extraordinary, set in the ancient, enigmatic Tower of Babel - a maze one can easily lose themselves within, where each ring is as strange and exotic as the last. We follow Thomas Senlin, an aloof and mellow headmaster, on his arduous journey to locate his wife after losing her shortly after arriving at the tower’s outer markets. As he ascends the rings, he discovers a fortitude he had no idea he possessed and fervently continues on to find the love of his life regardless of the obstacles blocking his path. I was completely enchanted by this charming story Bancroft has so beautifully crafted and I cannot wait to continue my ascent in Arm of the Sphinx. I highly recommend.