simplicity33 's review for:

Earthlings by Sayaka Murata

4.0

challenging dark mysterious sad medium-paced

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This was a lot. It was well written and even though it was distressing to read it was also fascinating with sharp social criticisms. The disassociated perspective of the main character creates a surreal story that has an almost cozy vibe. Cozy horror? If I’d read the trigger warnings beforehand I would never have started this book. I think it’s a testament to the skill of the author that I don’t regret reading it. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Incest, Misogyny, Rape, Cannibalism, Suicide attempt, Murder

Minor: Body horror, Body shaming, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Gore, Mental illness, Self harm, Sexism, Sexual assault, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Violence, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Toxic friendship, Abandonment