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A review by marbleheavy
A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The most important note that I have is that if you read this, you have to be able to recognize if you’re moved by a book because it is traumatic or because it is good.
This book is very good and very scarring. It is not a casual read and should not be taken lightly or underestimated. But the prose and character building is exceptional and I have never felt more connected to a character or story without directly relating. However, it’s traumatic. If you are queer or disabled, this book can be incredibly intense and traumatic.
This book is very good and very scarring. It is not a casual read and should not be taken lightly or underestimated. But the prose and character building is exceptional and I have never felt more connected to a character or story without directly relating. However, it’s traumatic. If you are queer or disabled, this book can be incredibly intense and traumatic.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Car accident, Child abuse, Pedophilia, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Suicide attempt, and Trafficking
Moderate: Addiction, Chronic illness, Drug use, Emotional abuse, and Racial slurs