A review by bubblybelle
Babel by R.F. Kuang

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

4.0

this is a beautiful and powerful book. the magic system is very unique and well developed. as a language nerd, i really enjoyed all of the interwoven etymology lessons. my biggest critique is that the pacing felt a bit off at times, especially in the first half. 
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