lukereynolds's reviews
3 reviews

The Outsider by Albert Camus

challenging dark slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A short yet powerful book, with a touching philosophy of positive nihilist existentialism. 

The Vegetarian by Han Kang

challenging dark sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

An interesting exploration into femininity in an unfamiliar cultural setting; however failed to live up to its accolades and obvious potential in my opinion.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Toxic relationship, and Suicide attempt

The Unbearable Lightness of Being by Milan Kundera

challenging emotional reflective slow-paced

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

4.5

A beautiful exploration of relationships, love and human existence underpinned by philosophy.