A review by theliteraryhooker
Any Man by Amber Tamblyn

challenging dark emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

This book is phenomenal. The writing is flawless, and Tamblyn does an incredible job of ensuring each character has their own unique voice. The subject matter of this book is extremely dark and challenging, but Tamblyn handles it with tact and nothing ever feels like it's being disclosed for shock value. I appreciated the way she examines rape culture, society's fascination with glamourizing tragedy and trauma, and the commentary on victim blaming. The format with the newspaper articles, tweets, and interviews also added to the reading experience. Fantastic book, though one I wouldn't recommend without first suggesting to check content warnings. 
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