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A review by sophie_inthebooks
A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
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? Yes
4.5
This was probably the most challenging book I read so far. The traumatic story of the main character was so intense (and cruel) I had to put down the book several times to recover from what I had just read. Nonetheless I loved reading this book. The evolving relationship between Jude and William and the friendships to all the people surrounding them were beautifully written.
Graphic: Self harm, Terminal illness, Suicide, Panic attacks/disorders, Violence, Eating disorder, Child abuse, Sexual violence, Sexual content, Physical abuse, Drug use, Blood, Adult/minor relationship, Medical trauma, Kidnapping, Dysphoria, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, Rape, Death, Grief, Emotional abuse, Chronic illness, and Car accident