A review by luceeefur
Babel by R.F. Kuang

dark emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I was bit scared that this book would not live up to all the hype, but it really did. I loved every minute I spend with this book, and I'm not emotionally recovered from the ending. I fell in love with all of the characters (yes, even Letty). 

My "shower thoughts" that seem to pervade my mind at all times frequently revolve around language and why/how the words we use got their meanings, so I particularly enjoyed all the etymological tidbits that I learned while reading. 
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