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A review by annaderriere
My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Slow to start. Fleabag-esque depiction of the selfishness and all consuming nature of grief. Despite the title, I felt neither rested nor relaxed- the narrator's response to loss is relatable and almost addictive.
Graphic: Death, Grief, Death of parent, Eating disorder, and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: War and Terminal illness
Minor: Sexual assault and Racism