A review by lydiahephzibah
Confidence by Rafael Frumkin

slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

Setting: New York
Rep: gay protagonist with visual issues

I read this as an audiobook over quite a long period of time as I'm in a bit of a slump and I did enjoy it, but I found all of the characters to be thoroughly unlikeable and some plot points (like the fictional country) seemed a bit odd. The protagonist was so unbearable especially with how ignorant he was about his obvious and painful eye condition, refusing to take medication despite it getting worse. I found him very irritating!