A review by robkil96
The Vegetarian by Han Kang

challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced

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

3.25

Was gripped by how this book was written, really felt drawn in (English translation).

I enjoyed the final section of the book the most and I wish it went more into the sisterly relationship.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Self harm, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Forced institutionalization, Suicide attempt, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , and Injury/Injury detail

Minor: Violence and Vomit