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The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Drug use, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide attempt
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell
dark
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship
Moderate: Rape, Toxic relationship, Sexual assault, and Pedophilia
Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent and Self harm
Human Acts by Han Kang
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death, Death, Police brutality, Physical abuse, and Torture
Minor: Sexual violence