A review by strangledfruit
The Obelisk Gate by N.K. Jemisin

adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

Not the overwhelmingly strong experience the first one was—leans on the “you” meta-ness a little too much and is weirdly short. However, this is still a fascinating world that doesn’t pull any punches and has incredibly drawn characters.