A review by eedle_cacleberry
On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong

challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense slow-paced

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

4.0

Ocean Vuong’s writing may be challenging to follow and understand, but that reflects the nature of memories.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction, Child abuse, Drug abuse, Homophobia, Racial slurs, and Racism

Moderate: Animal cruelty, Bullying, Cancer, Domestic abuse, Sexual content, and War

Minor: Rape