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savvylit's review
dark
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
Though written nearly four decades after her abortion, Ernaux decribes her experience in clear and graphic language. Her despondency and isolation is palpable as she seeks someone - anyone - who can point her in the direction of an abortionist. When she does eventually find someone, the procedure itself is harrowing and horrible.
Ultimately, Happening is a chilling and honest insight into an all too common phenomenon. Annie Ernaux's voice is both sparse and powerful. Happening is an important story that will never lose its relevancy.
Ultimately, Happening is a chilling and honest insight into an all too common phenomenon. Annie Ernaux's voice is both sparse and powerful. Happening is an important story that will never lose its relevancy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Blood, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Abortion
therecoveringbookworm's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage, Misogyny, Sexism, and Abortion
lauradvb's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Medical content, Abortion, and Pregnancy
deslauriers's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism and Abortion
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