A review by hannneke
Lapvona by Ottessa Moshfegh

challenging dark medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

on the surface, Lapvona feels unnecessarily filled with gore and terrible characters, but if we dig a bit deeper, it shows us humans questioning what humanity, survival and religion mean in these fascinating medieval lives. Moshfegh did a great job here, but this work of hers might not be for everyone.