A review by danibrand
Eileen by Ottessa Moshfegh

challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This is a wonderful book for the highly introspective, off-kilter thinker. If you’ve ever doubted yourself or your place in this world, Eileen will allow you to openly reassess your own shortcomings as potential escape routes while you read along with hers. Growth is inevitable.
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