A review by monicant
The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong

adventurous challenging reflective sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Vuong crafted these characters with such tenderness and care. Beautiful.
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