A review by miarae22
Lapvona by Ottessa Moshfegh

challenging dark emotional sad tense medium-paced

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

2.5

grotesque and jarring

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Gore, Incest, Physical abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Cannibalism, Religious bigotry, and Sexual harassment

This book is difficult to read at times. It is interesting to be sure but I would approach it with caution if graphic content makes you uncomfortable