A review by carole_clement
Notities uit de jungle by Hanya Yanagihara

adventurous challenging dark mysterious reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

these are the memoires of Norton, edited by longtime friend and lawyer Ron.
At the beginning Norton is not lovable. An animal abuser "in the name of science" He does not recognize his own emotions. As he grows up Norton becomes more understanding and empathic. His brother, Owen comes out to him in a funny way. Norton didn't realise it at the time. Because Norton has feelings for his mentor, Tallent, I feel like Norton is also gay. This is not a big issue or topic in the book. The book is a commentary on colonialism, climate change.  
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