A review by gh98
One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez

challenging dark emotional funny reflective sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This book is the most unique book I've ever read. Allowing yourself to be immersed into the cyclical narrative will reward you 100 times over. 
Recommended reading up about Columbia's neo-colonial past and history of civil unrest to get the most out of this novel.