A review by 0325film
I Have the Right to Destroy Myself by Young-Ha Kim

challenging dark mysterious sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

finished this book thinking it was a 2.5 star read; two days later, changed it to 3.75; then two days later decided it was a 4 star read. it has not left my mind for a week. while nothing much in terms of plot happens, it is deeply reflective and if you are keen to think hard about its messages and able to figure out  kim’s thesis, then i’d definitely give this a shot. it’s an unsettling read but the psychology behind it is truly intriguing even though it’s heartbreaking. 
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