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msliz 's review for:
The Heart's Invisible Furies
by John Boyne
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Rollicking story spanning the entire life of Cyril, a gay man growing up in 20th century Ireland. An entertaining narrative with plenty of momentum, and also plenty of foreshadowing and implausible coincidences.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Misogyny, Violence, Medical content, Religious bigotry
Moderate: Hate crime, Terminal illness, Kidnapping