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A review by qrschulte
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
informative
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A scathing indictment of the publishing industry, full of the least likable characters I’ve ever read. My favorite part was the examination of jealousy in the first chapter. Very validating due to my pregnancy loss journey.
Graphic: Bullying, Cursing, Death, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, Xenophobia, Stalking, Cultural appropriation, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, and Alcohol
Moderate: Misogyny, Racial slurs, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Vomit, Medical content, Grief, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Drug use and War