A review by willows
The Book of Form and Emptiness by Ruth Ozeki

challenging dark reflective tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

 That was absolutely bonkers and had very memorable characters. Literally wack, it's been weeks and I still think about it. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Mental illness, Death of parent, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis

Moderate: Drug use, Eating disorder, Fatphobia, Self harm, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Grief, and Pregnancy

Minor: Racial slurs, Racism, Rape, and Police brutality