A review by smors101
On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong

dark emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad medium-paced

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

5.0

Such an amazing look at the life of generational trauma triggered by war through the eyes of the youngest generation. His way with words are magical. His awards absolutely deserved. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Animal death, Bullying, Cancer, Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Hate crime, Homophobia, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Panic attacks/disorders, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexual content, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, Medical trauma, Abortion, Death of parent, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Cultural appropriation, Toxic friendship, War, Classism