A review by brnineworms
The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen

emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

An enchanting story that weaves together narratives of the past, the present, and fairy tales. The Magic Fish broke my heart and lovingly stitched it back together. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Grief, Homophobia, and Outing

Moderate: Animal death, Blood, Death of parent, Murder, and Terminal illness

Minor: Cannibalism, Domestic abuse, Hate crime, Kidnapping, Physical abuse, Stalking, Torture, Violence, and War