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A review by tarikalily
A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This was an incredible read. Broke my heart over and over, and I couldn't stop reading. Such a powerful story of friendship and love. Jude's story opened my eyes to the pain of lifelong suffering, the scars left by childhood abuse, and the true power of self-esteem in relationships. The pure love shown by Jude's friends was deeply human and hopeful. I want to read it again, and miss the characters deeply.
Graphic: Ableism, Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Chronic illness, Death, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Kidnapping, and Suicide attempt