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A review by gellyreads
The World Cannot Give by Tara Isabella Burton
challenging
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I'm really struggling to determine how much I enjoy this book. I found the pacing to be slow, and I found it to almost be allegorical - although I'm unsure what the metaphors are in this allegory. This was an excellent way to view terrible people through a bland lens, and I do appreciate the author making people examine what you consider to be dangerous and what people would see as a form of love and trust. This is an unforgettable book.
Graphic: Religious bigotry, Suicide, Sexual harassment, Classism, Toxic friendship, Bullying, Murder, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Stalking and Alcohol
Minor: Addiction and Adult/minor relationship