A review by prockmatt
A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara

challenging dark sad tense slow-paced

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

2.0

Obviously this book is well written, but becomes too painful to read and not worth its better qualities. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Homophobia, Injury/Injury detail, Kidnapping, Medical content, Medical trauma, Terminal illness, Blood, Suicide attempt, Vomit, Child abuse, Chronic illness, Cursing, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gore, Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, Toxic relationship, Physical abuse, Rape, Addiction, Body horror, Body shaming, Car accident, Fire/Fire injury, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Pedophilia, Incest, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Sexual violence, Trafficking, and Violence