A review by kaitoro_walker13
A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara

dark emotional sad medium-paced

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

5.0

Emotionally destroyed me. Easily the saddest book I've ever read.
This book has altered my perception and outlook on life. Stunning, and soul-destroying.

Edit: It's been 5 days, and I'm still thinking about this book and getting sad about it.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Medical trauma, Rape, Mental illness, Pedophilia, Self harm, Adult/minor relationship, and Grief

Moderate: Car accident, Physical abuse, Suicide attempt, and Toxic relationship

Minor: Vomit and Suicide