A review by idk_indigo
The Mountains Sing by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai

emotional sad medium-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? No

4.5

This was so beautifully written and narrated. Very sad book. I enjoyed the characters coming to life and the unveiling of a history that isn't really talked about in the US (at least not in my small section of it). It gives me a new perspective of the Vietnam War, and the hippie movement and everything. Despite the sad history the characters still come to life, the setting of Vietnam itself is very well done. Etc. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Grief, War

Moderate: Rape, Sexual violence, Violence, Abandonment, Classism

Minor: Physical abuse, Abortion, Colonisation