A review by ghostnaps
Jade City by Fonda Lee

adventurous tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

The first part of the book moves at a slow pace with some incidents between rival clans but otherwise focused on revealing the world and characters to the readers. The latter half picks up in pace as you follow the Kaul family entering into a war with the rival clan. The world building is thoughtfully done, showcasing the contribution of politics, history, and religion to the climate of the present day in the story. Each character is written with their own sense of morality and ideals; there is a lot more emphasis on some given the plot, so I’d love to see others enter the spotlight throughout the series. I’m excited to see how things continue to unfold in the next book!
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