tualha 's review for:

The Immortal King Rao by Vauhini Vara

5.0

challenging dark reflective medium-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

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A dense intergenerational tech dystopia that is both lyrical and harrowing. Although not fast-paced, it's a compelling read that was difficult to put down. A timely and challenging novel for this, our post-pandemic hellscape.