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jcxjab's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I thought this book was really interesting. I love stories that just emulate the human form. I wish I had a better grasp of the characters themselves, I got them mixed up a lot and had a difficult time distinguishing them. I picked this book because I enjoyed the writing but I can't help but understand the actual connection Seamus had to the other characters at the end. Maybe I read too fast but nonetheless, I loved the writing. I didn't appreciate the mention of women in the synopsis and then the only mentions of them to be so short and vapid.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abortion, Homophobia, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Infidelity, Racial slurs, Toxic relationship, Mental illness, and Rape
bowtiesandbookmarks's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content and Sexual assault
Minor: Domestic abuse, Homophobia, and Physical abuse
ukponge's review against another edition
challenging
reflective
medium-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
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Violence, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Domestic abuse, and Homophobia
camillatd's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Brandon Taylor's signature affecting prose really shines in his third book. Touching on similar themes of connection, sexuality, otherness, and ambition, The Late Americans will surely appeal to fans of Real Life and Filthy Animals.
*I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher. This is my honest review.*
*I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher. This is my honest review.*
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Homophobia, and Sexual assault
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