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A review by ktmanos
The Stone Sky by N.K. Jemisin
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This series was so unique. Very grim but so rewarding to read. I loved the use of 1st- 2nd- and 3rd-person perspectives, the masterful blending of fantasy and science fiction, and the poignant commentary on power, control, and abuse.
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Physical abuse, Slavery, Violence, Grief, and War