A review by dlsmk
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang

dark informative tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

I hated this main character. However, this is precisely the point.
She also learns positively nothing in the end.
R. F. Kuang has written a stunning insight into the world of publishing from what I imagine is very close to 100% accurate. This was thoroughly engrossing. The characters are flawed and unlikeable while also being so innately human. This is my first novel from Kuang but I am so interested to read more. Stupendous. 

(Not a full 5 stars as I hate all things pop culture reference. Eg mentions of Goodreads, Twitter, trending actors of the moment, recently released books, [ie within the last decade] and the references irked me every time they were mentioned. While I also acknowledge they were necessary to the plot, it hindered my enjoyment. However, this book is beautiful and lyrical and Kuang is a vision. I am a nobody on the Internet.)
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