A review by faefires
On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong

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

5.0

on earth we’re briefly gorgeous is a masterpiece of prose. it’s uncomfortable, it’s brash, it’s graphic. it’s comforting, it’s melodic, it’s heart wrenching. ocean vuong controls language with a shuddering delicacy. 

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