A review by magis1105
The Blue Sky by Galsan Tschinag

emotional hopeful tense 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? No

3.0

I recently read an incredible autobiographical novel set in Mongolia in the late 40s- early 50s. The story is told through the eyes of the author, who was a small child at the time and grew up within a family of steppe herdsmen. It's the first in a trilogy, but unfortunately, only the first two parts have been translated into English. Despite this, the book was a captivating and immersive read, transporting me to a time and place I knew little about. The author's descriptions of the landscape and traditions of the nomadic people were vivid and detailed, and I found myself completely absorbed in the story. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a unique and engaging read.
Be aware, this is 100% focused on a single family and their traditional life, you will not get an action-packed story at all.

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