A review by bookwormfr_t0
On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong

dark reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? N/A
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

The book is beautiful, raw, harrowing, and captivating.  Vuong's writing is beyond impressive, the impact it had on me emotionally was staggering.  I would read it for a bit, feel very sad and almost hollowed out, then have to read something lighter after (look into the trigger warnings before reading!).

Some of the portions of the book went a little over my head - possibly too lyrical for myself.  It was still beautiful and I think someone who reads lyrical/poetic works often will be able to experience this to it's fullest extent!
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