A review by pacific
The Strange by Nathan Ballingrud
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
fast-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
4.5
This is a phenomenal novel, full of exciting ideas, relatable adventure, and wonderful prose.
It's a short read, I finished it in just a few hour long sittings, but it's enjoyable all the through. Very few dull moments.
I only wish there were more. The world that Ballingrud imagines seems small at the start, but quickly grows. There are so many intriguing ideas that could be full novels all their own here, and I'd like to see them explored!
It's a short read, I finished it in just a few hour long sittings, but it's enjoyable all the through. Very few dull moments.
I only wish there were more. The world that Ballingrud imagines seems small at the start, but quickly grows. There are so many intriguing ideas that could be full novels all their own here, and I'd like to see them explored!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gun violence and Death