A review by robinks
Last Words from Montmartre by Qiu Miaojin
challenging
dark
emotional
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
4.5
The afterword really helped to contextualize this novel, which made me appreciate it more. I read it cover-to-cover, though Miaojin suggests reading in any order, but I still found it very challenging to follow the emotions of the protagonist and the narrative (though I suppose that might be the point).
Graphic: Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, and Self harm
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Animal death, and Infidelity
Minor: Sexual content