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A review by fjette
Women Talking by Miriam Toews
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
The writing was really beautiful, and I enjoyed the thoughtful approach to so many complex issues. I didn’t love that it was narrated by a man, or that the proceedings were a self actualization moment for him.
Graphic: Suicide, Suicide attempt, Gaslighting, Sexism, and Rape
Moderate: Sexual assault, Child abuse, and Adult/minor relationship