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A review by tofutofutofu
Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I love that as we shift through different perspectives, Frances' body shrinks and grows, shifts from sensual to grotesque, while Frances herself is perfectly happy with her body and is only aware of it when others are looking. Perfect encapsulation of how we treat female bodies as an invitation for judgment, which leads to Jessica's dysmorphia
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Kidnapping, Fatphobia, Confinement, Suicide, Drug use, Body shaming, and Blood
Moderate: Medical content and Drug abuse