A review by sallyjh
The Vegetarian by Han Kang

challenging dark emotional fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

I found The Vegetarian a disturbing book. The writing is strong but the subject matter is very dark and it is unsettling. The main character is viewed through the filters of her hisband, brother-in-law and sister who, particularly the first two objectify her.
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