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A review by deannamullican
A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki
dark
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
Throughout the whole book all kinds of abuse was described, sometimes in great detail. It was horrifying and way too much for me. It ranged from suicidal thoughts, to bullying in school, to 9/11 and the 2011 tsunami.
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, and War
Moderate: Sexual assault, Torture, Vomit, Pedophilia, Mental illness, Death, Injury/Injury detail, and Rape
Minor: Animal death