A review by achintt
My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh

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

4.0

This book had an original concept with some dark, punchy writing that consistently found humor in the most unlikely of places. Not a single character in the book is objectively likeable but it's very easy to enjoy their company. The plot is almost completely character driven so it doesn't really follow a stone cold direction at all times. I'd give it a 4.5 star rating but the writing did at all times feel like reading someone's grocery/pharmacy list and the numerous references to pop culture can at times be slightly tedious to get through. It was a constantly gripping experience though so even if at times it did get a tad bit tedious, I always knew I was in safe hands with Ottessa Moshfegh's writing and getting through the tedious bit would be rewarding. 
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