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A review by kimschouwenaar
Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
At once a fast yet tense and difficult read. Achebe recounts the heartbreaking tale of colonialism in Africa, and was able to pull me in completely. However sorrowful the ending is, it came so sudden that it was hard to process. Would definitely recommend this read to everyone, but (as always) check the content warnings.