A review by lizzieinmt
Lapvona by Ottessa Moshfegh

challenging dark sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

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. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Animal death, Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Rape, Sexual violence, Slavery, Cannibalism, and Religious bigotry

Moderate: Addiction, Animal death, and Emotional abuse

Minor: Abortion and Pregnancy