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A review by katrinepoetry
Shy by Max Porter
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
5.0
An emotionally challenging read, however Porter's writing is flawless as always. Takes a little time to get used to the formatting, but it will click eventually.
As someone who had worked with students on the brink of being excluded from the educational system, this hit really hard. I could see aspects of my previous students so clearly in Shy.
Definitely an important and insightful piece of literature.
As someone who had worked with students on the brink of being excluded from the educational system, this hit really hard. I could see aspects of my previous students so clearly in Shy.
Definitely an important and insightful piece of literature.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Animal death
Minor: Bullying, Mental illness, and Sexual content