A review by orcamagicka
Babel by R.F. Kuang

adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful reflective tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

An essential read for everyone. And instant classic. I can never look at language, translation, or really anything with the same eyes ever again. Kuang is a masterful writer and I’m eager to devour her other books. The ending has left me filled with both grief yet hope and I’m barely processing it. Absolutely fantastic.