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A review by pourquoipas
Animal by Lisa Taddeo
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I don’t even know where to go from there. This book was a gut punch followed by a sucker punch and then a big hug.
The beginning was a bit too slow. It’s difficult making a connection with the protagonist, but towards the end Taddeo is able to make the reader some sympathy towards her.
At times I found myself wondering if I had missed a page. The transitions are fast, the details are painful and tormenting, and the emotions are deep and disturbing.
Lots of triggers not for everyone.
The beginning was a bit too slow. It’s difficult making a connection with the protagonist, but towards the end Taddeo is able to make the reader some sympathy towards her.
At times I found myself wondering if I had missed a page. The transitions are fast, the details are painful and tormenting, and the emotions are deep and disturbing.
Lots of triggers not for everyone.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Miscarriage, Rape, Sexual assault, and Suicide
Moderate: Child death and Violence
Minor: Drug use, Toxic relationship, and Pregnancy