sylvia_atricapilla's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
trashkatchewan's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This one lays it allllllll out. I loved reading about the worlds and all their nuances, I loved the deep exploration into how systems on Anarres worked, I loved the characters and the energy and the reflectiveness from the narrator. I loved the estimation of futuristic technology without being too far-fetched - the author describes things that she can estimate and that makes it feel more fulfilling to read. I loved everything about this book.
deedippe's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
thelearnedgamer's review against another edition
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
nothingelsefits's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Sexism, Xenophobia, Classism, Rape, Police brutality, Sexual violence, and Infidelity
ds2c's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
dinasaf's review against another edition
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The high level plot points are predictable, the protagonist is a Mary sue, and the slow pace is tedious at times- but the story contains many pockets of beautifully stated, rather astute reflections (many of which are criticisms) of society, the human experience, and our relationship with time. I found myself underlining the most quotable bits of these moments. And the world building is great.
chrisforlunch's review against another edition
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
mahitdzmare's review against another edition
challenging
inspiring
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Police brutality, Rape, and Gun violence