A review by lucyb
The Garden of Evening Mists by Tan Twan Eng

emotional reflective 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

This book is extraordinary in its depth, its lyricism, and its compassion. As a piece of historical fiction, it is remarkably well-realized and rich. But it is also a meditation on the power of art, the power of memory, and the mysteries and longings of the human heart.  
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