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Babel
by R.F. Kuang
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The only reason it’s not 5 stars is because the open ending leaves me so hungry for more that I can’t claim I’m fully satisfied. Incredible writing and compelling characters drive this story of revolution with poignant commentary on colonialism and capitalism in the context of power, language and exploitation.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexism, Torture, Violence, Xenophobia, Blood, Murder, Colonisation, Injury/Injury detail, Classism
Minor: Alcoholism, Confinement, Gun violence, Misogyny, Racial slurs, Slavery, Suicide, Vomit, Islamophobia, Grief, Murder, Sexual harassment