A review by brynalexa
Babel: An Arcane History by R.F. Kuang
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
A masterpiece. Wonderful magic system, complex characters, tense adventure, and emotional decisions. A story that cleverly tackles colonialism, violence, privilege, and revolution.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Colonisation, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexism, Grief, Gun violence, Murder, Physical abuse, Toxic friendship, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Cultural appropriation, Death, Death of parent, Slavery, Torture, Violence, War, Misogyny, Xenophobia, and Child abuse
Minor: Alcohol