The City We Became

The concept of a city having a consciousness is so inventive — I wonder what inspired Jemisin to explore this mythic take on urban identity.

Their personalities felt so vivid and real, almost like they embodied the spirit of New York itself. Did others feel a sense of pride or kinship with them?

The way the characters come together to face cosmic horrors makes me think about how communities can be our greatest defense. Did this resonate with others' experiences?