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jnnifer 's review for:
The Emperor of Gladness
by Ocean Vuong
challenging
funny
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
My favorite book by him so far. Heart-rending, with beautiful prose.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug use, Forced institutionalization, Dementia, Grief
Moderate: Death, Death of parent, War