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lizzieinmt 's review for:
Lapvona
by Ottessa Moshfegh
challenging
dark
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Disgusting, excellent, ruthless critique. I thought it would be challenging religion but instead it illuminated the damage done from ignorance and selfishness. The writing was excellent, and the imagery stays with you. Not for the squeamish though.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Rape, Sexual violence, Slavery, Cannibalism, Religious bigotry
Moderate: Addiction, Animal death, Emotional abuse
Minor: Abortion, Pregnancy