A review by abooknomad
How High We Go in the Dark by Sequoia Nagamatsu

dark emotional reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This was such a disturbing, enlightening and fascinating collection of short stories. I highly recommend it if you need a palate cleanser or if you're just in the mood for something that will make you pause and think (and feel sad). I was effortlessly captivated by the dystopian landscape Sequoia Nagamatsu painted and its study of human behaviour in extreme circumstances. The sci-fi elements were interesting without being heavy and didn't take away from the character study or commentary on an economy thriving on death. I loved how the stories were all interconnected without being repetitive all the while adding something new to the overall collection. 

Definitely one of the highlights of my reading year so far.