A review by kelseymck
A Song to Drown Rivers by Ann Liang

dark emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I had to take a long pause when it ended to appreciate the beauty of this book. Without ever saying it outright, the author made such a poignant statement about the nature of war and how humanity is far too complex to ever be reduced to such a black and white us-versus-them mentality. It was masterfully done. 
Also the tragedy of the love story was a deep ache I felt down to my marrow. A book that can elicit that response - chef’s kiss. 
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