A review by itsjustbethg
Shuggie Bain, by Douglas Stuart
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Addiction, Sexual assault, Racial slurs, Homophobia, Sexual harassment, Mental illness, Drug abuse, Religious bigotry, Death of parent, Rape, Suicide attempt, Child abuse, Alcoholism, and Abandonment