A review by gtorian22
The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin

adventurous challenging dark emotional sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This 5 star read makes me want to change a lot of my previous 5 stars to 4. There is just something about this book that changed something about me.  I cannot explain it, but the hype for this book is legit.  I will admit I was confused and lost for a good portion of the story, I loved the story but I had no idea what was happening....until I understood it all.  The characters are all so unique and interesting, the setting is expansive and gorgeous it's own way.  This book is P U R E fantasy where the more modern romance tropes are removed.  Some of the more shocking moments (check the CW's) are not used for pure shock value, they add understanding to the character and why they are who they are.  This book is written in 2nd person and that was so new to me, but from the start Jemisin makes the characters feel so real and planted in their world that is it easy to slip into the shoes of Essun and travel the world with her.  It's triumphant and devastating at the same time and I want more.
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