A review by daylark
Earthlings by Sayaka Murata

challenging dark emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

oh WOW. this book was a whole-ass experience. I read it in one long go, though it's not a super long book either. I was totally drawn into the experience, the trauma, the metaphor. I really love this author's writing and how she deals with taboo themes.
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