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4.39 AVERAGE
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
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Character
Strong character development:
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Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Written by a man about men. After reading this novel, I realised that a lot of the books I read mainly focus on female characters and appreciated this book more.
Don’t Cry For Me is a long letter from a dying father to his gay son. In this very honest and heartfelt letter, Jacob pours his heart out to his son.
I loved how a grown man developed a love for books even though he had never read a full book in his life until then.
This book will move you and make you reconsider your stance on some issues.
I would recommend this to everyone especially to all the men in my life.
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
reflective
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tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
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Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is a super unique perspective— a father reflecting on his mistakes and regrets as he dies. Though we never actually meet Isaac, his presence is strong throughout Jacob’s pleading.
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-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
I thought this was beautifully written and incredibly sad. Definitely recommend the audiobook
emotional
funny
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
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Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book was an incredibly emotional read. Take care while reading. It dives deep into the roots of abuse and it’s cyclical nature. The author does a great job of making you feel empathy for the character without making you feel like he’s absolved of his misdeeds.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Physical abuse, Racism, Sexual violence
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Absolutely loved this book. This will stay with me for many years to come. The last chapter for me was so emotional. Must read for by grandsons. Loved the idea of learning about your family history from your parents perspective and how that shapes your life. Reminder that generational trauma shows itself in different ways and that people evolve.
emotional
reflective
sad
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, Sexual assault