megatza 's review for:

Planet of Exile by Ursula K. Le Guin

5.0

adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Ursula K Le Guin is a master. This was published in 1966, and while parts feel old school, her overall analysis of humanity remains brilliant in 2023. There are not many authors who have the ability to pack such a punch in a short span of pages... but it's where UKL really shines.