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dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
5.0
A brutal critique of the uber-wealthy's disturbing quest for eternal youth told by the people they have cultivated to step on along the way. The author deftly creates a thoroughly researched near-future that peels away the layers of the beauty industry. This book covers so much (prodigy culture, grooming, SA, bullying, Beauty & esthetics, sex trafficking, racism, body modification, scientific ethics, wealth & class, and, and, and...), but somehow it never felt ham-fisted.
The writing is equally gorgeous and gross. The plot is fast paced and though the climax felt somewhat inevitable, the ending stayed true to the core message and I thought it was beautiful.
I will think of this every time I take a supplement or try a new skin care product...
The writing is equally gorgeous and gross. The plot is fast paced and though the climax felt somewhat inevitable, the ending stayed true to the core message and I thought it was beautiful.
I will think of this every time I take a supplement or try a new skin care product...
Content Warnings
Graphic: Islamophobia, Injury/Injury detail, Drug use, Fire/Fire injury, Body horror, Sexual assault, Medical content, Vomit, Bullying, and Adult/minor relationship
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