Yellowface by R.F. Kuang

Yellowface

R.F. Kuang

336 pages first pub 2023 (editions) user-added

fiction contemporary literary challenging dark tense fast-paced

Description

From the bestselling author of Babel and The Poppy War trilogy, Yellowface is a masterful interrogation of white privilege and cultural appropriation within the publishing industry that will stick with you long after you've finished the last page....

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Community Reviews Summary of 5,945 reviews

Moods

dark 71%
tense 64%
challenging 44%
reflective 41%
funny 31%
mysterious 27%
emotional 25%
informative 17%
sad 6%
adventurous 5%
inspiring 1%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

fast 62%
medium 35%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 47% | A mix: 43% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

No: 48% | It's complicated: 34% | Yes: 16%

Loveable characters?

No: 77% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 97% | It's complicated: 2%

Average rating

4.37

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