A review by eri002
Babel by R.F. Kuang

dark reflective tense slow-paced

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

4.0

I felt like the metaphors were incredibly obvious and, while I do understand that makes the point unmissable, I prefer something a little more subtle. Still a very enjoyable read.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Colonisation

Moderate: Bullying, Death, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Racism, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Xenophobia, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, War, and Injury/Injury detail