cpestepp 's review for:

My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh

5.0

challenging dark emotional funny sad slow-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

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a terrifying portrayal of loss, depression, and addiction. i remember how hard-hitting it is every time i read it 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction, Child abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Death of parent

Moderate: Alcoholism, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Sexual assault, Vomit, Abortion

Minor: Body shaming, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness