A review by trazimmariju
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne

emotional inspiring sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Very sad book, recommend.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Death, Eating disorder, Genocide, Gun violence, Hate crime, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Torture, Violence, Antisemitism, Murder, and Abandonment