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jdamae11 's review for:
A Little Life
by Hanya Yanagihara
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A beautifully written and challenging book to get through. I love the author's writing, and can also admit at times it felt tedious and repetitive. Proceed with caution: this book demands a lot of the reader in terms of stamina and emotional and mental bandwidth, it is extremely sad and relentless in its sadness. I was so attached to each of the characters, and know that this one will linger for some time. The author really thoughtfully and accurately captures the day to day of what it is to live with mental illness and to try to heal from trauma, as well as what this is like for the people experiencing this process secondhand. READ THE CONTENT WARNINGS BEFORE ENGAGING!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Self harm, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt
Moderate: Ableism