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

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

4.0

A compelling and emotional read. The narrative is incredibly poetic and describes scenes and emotions immersively. The book jumps between key memories of the main character, which creates a dynamic read, but this is lost towards the end and sections can become long and winding.
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