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A review by etanner3
A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Child abuse, Chronic illness, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Car accident, and Suicide attempt
I cannot give enough content warnings for this book. But wow. I can’t remember the last time I read a book where the characters were this visceral. They were my friends and my lovers and their pain and joy was my pain and joy. Not an easy read but a meaningful one. Thank you to the author for reaffirming that all lives are worthwhile and beautiful, no matter how little.