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A review by utopiaandmelancholy
The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
So, so tightly plotted, almost like a mystery. The world building is amazing, with its apocalyptic feel. I love the concepts introduced, and the ramifications are all very deeply considered and included. I wanted so badly to stop around page 370ish when everything was calm and happy for the characters, but the last section of the book was an absolute rollercoaster and incredibly compelling. I am starting the sequel immediately.
Graphic: Body horror, Bullying, Child death, Death, Physical abuse, Violence, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Sexual content, Torture, and War
Minor: Mental illness, Vomit, and Cannibalism