A review by mlinder18
Babel by R.F. Kuang

dark emotional slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.0

I think I'm going to get hate on this but I just don't get the hype. 
Was it well written, yes (however, overly complex and I wasn't a fan of the subtext)
Was it an interesting story, yes (however, it is way too long and the pacing was rough) 
Was it an important story, yes (however, it was a bit heavy handed/on the nose)

Additionally, I wasn't impressed with the magic system. I wanted more fantasy and adventure. I don't think dark academia is for me.