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A review by written_word_warrior
Yolk by Mary H.K. Choi
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This is a wonderfully well written novel which examines the issues of family and self expectations, abuse, neglect, self hate, eating disorders, and hod bad sexual experiences scar some people for life.
Content Warnings
Minor: Child abuse, Child death, Cancer, Classism, Cursing, Drug use, Mental illness, Alcohol, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexual content, and Vomit