A review by tanis_reads
A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara

emotional reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

This book wrings you out emotionally; it makes you feel all the feelings! The characters are complex and unforgettable.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Incest, Mental illness, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Grief, and Gaslighting