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alysereadsbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I picked up this audiobook on a whim, but surprisingly enjoyed it. I did find the timeline switching a bit confusing, but overall, I liked the first half of the book. The second half was...weird. I don't understand how he basically got kidnapped. Also I really wish I had never looked up what sounding was lol. It was a bit disjointed, but I found the writing compelling. Also, just real weird.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual violence and Sexual content
Moderate: Death of parent, Mental illness, Suicide attempt, Torture, and Toxic relationship
amressing's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
My Year Abroad follows Tiller, a college student during his time abroad with a local entrepreneur and after he has returned when he is living with a woman named Val and her son, Victor. I think people should give this book a try, the descriptions of food are amazing. For me it was a little too long and then felt rushed to wrap up at the end.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Excrement, Murder, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, Violence, and Vomit
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