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A review by redvelveting
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
tense
fast-paced
4.5
Yellowface is a thought-provoking social commentary while being wildly entertaining. The perspective is absurd but does well to make Kuang’s points on racism, privilege, tokenization, and social media. And honestly speaking, it’s been a while since I’ve read a book this fast. The sheer audacity in this book is nuts but honestly it unfortunately isn’t that far-fetched and I think that’s part of what makes this such a well-written satire.
And to be clear, both June and Athena are terrible people in their own ways, which I believe ti be intentional :)))
Graphic: Death, Racism, Grief, Cultural appropriation, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Bullying, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Violence, and Gaslighting
Minor: Racial slurs, Toxic relationship, Vomit, Stalking, Suicide attempt, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , and War