A review by mili_starling
The Dark Forest by Cixin Liu

adventurous challenging emotional fast-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

5.0

I found the second of this trilogy to be gripping, thrilling and thought provoking. I thought it showed the ugly side of human nature coming out to fight for survival in an emotive and realistic way. 

I enjoyed the scientific parts even not having previous knowledge of them. I felt like they were generally easy to follow and in keeping with the tone of the story. 

 I also enjoyed reading from Luo Ji’s perspective, the unlikeable, unlikely hero. I know some people dislike the general 1-dimensionality of his wife & child but I read that as a character flaw of his. He was self-absorbed, and even if he loved them, I thought it a realistic portrayal for his characterisation.