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

dark emotional reflective sad medium-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

5.0

Ocean Vuong's writing is fantastic. You can tell he has a background in poetry by the language he uses and beautiful way he ties in metaphors across the book. On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous is a raw and reflective look into a queer, Vietnamese-American boy as he and his loved ones grapple with PTSD, physical abuse, drug abuse, and identity. My jaw dropped within the first chapter. I don't think I can do this book justice in just one measly review, so I highly recommend seeking out and giving this book a read.
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