Simi’s Reviews > Katabasis > Status Update
Simi
is 99% done
I didn't enjoy the story - was missing any real motivation from the MC. Also overpromised, underdelivered based on the hype around it. Some things were dropped in like Kuang revisited her post its & realized she meant to include them, but then they weren't worked in well.
The actual writing was good - she's skilled with world-building, clear writing, good syntax, etc.
Babel was WAY better and more immersive, IMO.
— Jul 11, 2026 03:50PM
The actual writing was good - she's skilled with world-building, clear writing, good syntax, etc.
Babel was WAY better and more immersive, IMO.
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Simi
is 58% done
Woah! Hello intrusive thoughts and stuff that should stay in your brain.
— Jul 10, 2026 08:08PM
Simi
is 57% done
I'm not as engaged in this book as Babel, but I do appreciate the writing and storytelling.
— Jul 10, 2026 06:14PM
Simi
is 27% done
This is ... weirder ... than Babel. I enjoyed Babel, I'm getting through this one. It is fascinating to observe how Kuang's mind works through complex, philosophical ideas leveraging known literature and mythology.
— Jul 10, 2026 08:53AM