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A review by catburps
My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
I just couldn’t give a shit about any of the characters. I found them all unlikeable, and the privilege and overall Narcissism of the MC made me want to throw the book across the room. It is beautifully written, but at what cost?
Graphic: Cancer, Eating disorder, Fatphobia, Suicide, and Death of parent
Moderate: Alcoholism, Sexual assault, and Toxic friendship