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A review by kelvox
Oligarchy by Scarlett Thomas
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A desperately interesting take on forgotten rich girls and how miserable and nasty they are and can be. Almost lyrical in its prose and beautifully self-referential.
Not for the faint of heart - skip if you've ever had problems with body image, weight, or food.
Not for the faint of heart - skip if you've ever had problems with body image, weight, or food.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia, Adult/minor relationship, Eating disorder, Self harm, Death, Vomit, Emotional abuse, Body shaming, Sexual violence, Toxic friendship, Suicide, Pedophilia, and Sexual harassment