A review by kaylo88
On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong

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

3.5

This book proved to be quite challenging to read for a variety of reasons. Knowing that a significant portion of the story mirrors the author's own experiences made the narrative truly thought-provoking. The writing style, with its beautiful but at times perplexing structure, indicates the author's background as a poet. The story's frequent shifts made it somewhat disorienting in places. Despite these challenges, it's difficult to critique a narrative that is so deeply personal and authentic. Ultimately, the book was a powerful, poignant, and emotional experience.
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