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A review by gia0203
Lapvona by Ottessa Moshfegh
challenging
dark
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
As someone who has a complicated relationship with religion/faith, I really enjoyed the themes in this. I particularly enjoyed the use of the seasons (Summer being the most effective).
However, as we moved towards the end of the novel, the pace slowed down, and the narrative became more dull, ultimately leading to an ending I didn’t find satisfying.
However, as we moved towards the end of the novel, the pace slowed down, and the narrative became more dull, ultimately leading to an ending I didn’t find satisfying.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse and Rape
Moderate: Ableism, Adult/minor relationship, Animal death, Death, Miscarriage, Self harm, Violence, Grief, Cannibalism, Murder, Pregnancy, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Fire/Fire injury