A review by kolemich
Borne by Jeff VanderMeer

dark mysterious slow-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? Yes

3.75

Slow to start. Loved the depictions of the monsters created by the Company and the almost hallucinogenic appearance of Borne. Ended up liking it much more than I thought, Vandermeer is an excellent writer and paints such an intricate and diverse landscape.