A review by mementowori
Fluids by May Leitz

challenging dark sad tense fast-paced

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

3.75

I don't know if I could rate this book, let alone say I 'liked' it. I read it in one go and couldn't put it down but each minute of it felt like torture. I completely understand the author's note in saying she hated it. Excellent writing but I having just finished it, I do feel a bit sick.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Body horror, Death, Gore, Physical abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Torture, Toxic relationship, Blood, Vomit, Murder, Toxic friendship, Injury/Injury detail