A review by zaineb_f
A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara

dark emotional reflective sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

1.5

trauma porn, serious topics used for shock factor

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Physical abuse, Rape, Toxic relationship, Panic attacks/disorders, Child abuse, Vomit, Addiction, Eating disorder, Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Suicide, Suicide attempt, Ableism, Gaslighting, Car accident, Emotional abuse, Grief, Body shaming, Drug abuse, Mental illness, Abandonment, Homophobia, Adult/minor relationship, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Dysphoria, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Toxic friendship, and Violence