A review by m1st3r_k1p
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey

challenging dark funny informative reflective sad tense medium-paced

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

5.0

A modern classic, a horrifying look into our old mental health system yet it’s beautifully written 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Ableism, Bullying, Child abuse, Chronic illness, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Pedophilia, Rape, Self harm, Sexism, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Torture, Forced institutionalization, Medical content, Dementia, Medical trauma, Suicide attempt, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Gaslighting, Abandonment, Injury/Injury detail