Assessment:

Plot/Idea: The author has crafted a rich tapestry of speculative fiction that surrounds contestants in a highly unique beauty pageant. The work seamlessly shifts from character to character and from past to present. The story is complex and nuanced, with abundant detail and narrative texture.

Prose: Karma delivers an engrossing story with an ethereal style. While it may take a beat for readers to become acclimated to the storytelling, the narrative is ultimately lush, layered, and lyrical.

Originality: Karma offers a striking premise, as the stories of the characters and their distinctive tattoos, intermingle.

Character/Execution: The author does a fine job with characterization, providing each of them proper focus and detailed histories. Readers won't soon forget the vibrant and eclectic world they inhabit. 

Date Submitted: May 13, 2024