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A review by miayukino
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Many people can contribute to a conversation, but less can help change it. This book manages to cram so much self awareness, brutal transparency, and incisive depictions of the reality the power of white women’s tears through sharp satire with balance, rage, and eloquence. So good. I’ll have to buy a hard copy.
Graphic: Death, Racism, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Sexual assault, Stalking, Death of parent, and War
Minor: Vomit and Alcohol