A review by taranim
Mend the Living by Maylis de Kerangal

emotional informative reflective sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

The writing style of this book was not my cup of tea, but my goodness. This is a heartbreaking novel that has been on my mind since I finished it. It’s been a long time since I cried while reading, and I cried a few times reading this. A moving story of loss, repair and living life to the fullest.
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