A review by kittybeemartin
Babel by R.F. Kuang

challenging dark informative mysterious sad slow-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? Yes

5.0

  • I was so hesitant to do this one because The Poppy War still haunts me. but I did this one as a buddy read so we weathered it together! I saw something that said to read this as a historical fiction with fantasy elements and I completely agree. It’s a historical fantasy set at Oxford. 
  • Kuang is an incredible author. She describes scenes so beautifully and painfully. This book was a masterpiece, especially if you’re bilingual or multilingual. 

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