A review by miciahsreads
A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki

dark emotional inspiring mysterious reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

characters - 1
worldbuilding - .75
plot - .75
enjoyment - .75
writing - 1

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Cursing, Death of parent, Grief, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Physical abuse, Torture, Death, Sexual harassment, Sexual violence, Injury/Injury detail, Vomit, Toxic friendship, War, Alcohol, Blood, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Violence, Bullying, Mental illness, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, and Gore

Minor: Animal death