The Obelisk Gate
by N.K. Jemisin, N.K. Jemisin, N.K. Jemisin, N.K. Jemisin
Essun and her daughter Nassun must each face impossible choices as the world tears itself apart and ancient obelisks hold the key to survival.
Reviews(6)
Sam Rivera reviewed The Obelisk Gate
Oct 25, 2025
This is the book I'll point to when I try to explain why I read so much. It reminded me what literature is actually for.
The Obelisk Gate
N.K. Jemisin
Essun and her daughter Nassun must each face impossible choices as the world tears itself apart and ancient obelisks hold the key to survival.
Orion Blake reviewed The Obelisk Gate
Jan 13, 2026
One of those rare books where you're sad when it's over, not because the ending is sad, but because you don't want to leave the world it built.
The Obelisk Gate
N.K. Jemisin
Essun and her daughter Nassun must each face impossible choices as the world tears itself apart and ancient obelisks hold the key to survival.
Sana Khan reviewed The Obelisk Gate
Feb 28, 2026
Enjoyable if you're already a fan of the genre. Doesn't do much to break new ground, but the existing ground it covers is covered well.
The Obelisk Gate
N.K. Jemisin
Essun and her daughter Nassun must each face impossible choices as the world tears itself apart and ancient obelisks hold the key to survival.
Elias Mayer reviewed The Obelisk Gate
Aug 27, 2025
This book broke me and then put me back together better. I don't say that lightly. It's the kind of thing you read once and carry with you forever.
The Obelisk Gate
N.K. Jemisin
Essun and her daughter Nassun must each face impossible choices as the world tears itself apart and ancient obelisks hold the key to survival.
Nadia Volkov reviewed The Obelisk Gate
Nov 5, 2025
A solid, enjoyable read that doesn't overstay its welcome. Won't change your life but will pass a long flight very pleasantly. Exactly what it says on the tin.
The Obelisk Gate
N.K. Jemisin
Essun and her daughter Nassun must each face impossible choices as the world tears itself apart and ancient obelisks hold the key to survival.
Ingrid Holm reviewed The Obelisk Gate
Feb 1, 2026
This is the book I'll point to when I try to explain why I read so much. It reminded me what literature is actually for.
The Obelisk Gate
N.K. Jemisin
Essun and her daughter Nassun must each face impossible choices as the world tears itself apart and ancient obelisks hold the key to survival.