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A review by valeryv99
A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
First half wasn’t my favorite but I can see why she does it. It’s to build up the character. Definitely a heavy read and will make you feel some type of way.
Graphic: Body shaming, Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Eating disorder, Mental illness, Pedophilia, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Suicide attempt, Gaslighting, and Alcohol