A review by corrin218
Babel by R.F. Kuang

challenging dark informative reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Need a book to read? Look no further than Babel by R.F Kuang. One of the most important books of the decade and a necessary reminder of what history and today’s society wants you to forget.

It is a perfect blend of history, language, magical realism, collective action and revolution. I loved the characters and I loved learning more about language and translation. 

Secret History has NOTHING on this dark academia tale. (I could be bias though since I found secret history quite boring)