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A review by bdingz
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
dark
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
June Hayward is an absolute trainwreck of a protagonist, like a teen in a horror movie who makes incomprehensible decision after incomprehensible decision.
That said, some of June’s emotions—her anxiety, her grief, her feelings of inadequacy—are relatable. I think that’s what makes this book readable despite being about someone so awful. It’s also part of what makes it uncomfortable.
This is hard to rate because I don’t know if I can say I fully enjoyed reading this, but it was well-written and I was engrossed. A wild ride for sure.
That said, some of June’s emotions—her anxiety, her grief, her feelings of inadequacy—are relatable. I think that’s what makes this book readable despite being about someone so awful. It’s also part of what makes it uncomfortable.
This is hard to rate because I don’t know if I can say I fully enjoyed reading this, but it was well-written and I was engrossed. A wild ride for sure.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, and Death
Minor: Death of parent, Suicidal thoughts, Sexual assault, and Violence