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A review by maddiev98
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
TLDR: defensive, self pitying, neoliberal white woman who embodies the “i’m not racist, inhave a black friend” mindset is hellbent on making her story the world’s top priority.
i could not stop listening to this! fast-paced, sharp, funny and devastating and revolting and intriguing all at once. on one hand you have the inner workings of the publishing industry and its corruption; on the other hand you have nuanced discussions of racism, colorism, privilege, power/success, ambition, grief, and censorship. it’s not my usual style of book but i was hooked beginning to end and can’t wait to read more by RF Kuang just for her writing style.
i could not stop listening to this! fast-paced, sharp, funny and devastating and revolting and intriguing all at once. on one hand you have the inner workings of the publishing industry and its corruption; on the other hand you have nuanced discussions of racism, colorism, privilege, power/success, ambition, grief, and censorship. it’s not my usual style of book but i was hooked beginning to end and can’t wait to read more by RF Kuang just for her writing style.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Death, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, Rape, Xenophobia, Grief, Stalking, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Cultural appropriation, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Body shaming, Cursing, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Death of parent, Alcohol, Classism
Minor: Infidelity, Misogyny, Racial slurs, Self harm, Sexism, Violence, Blood, Vomit