A review by dolores153
Trust by Hernán Díaz

challenging dark emotional funny informative reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Revelations about 2/3 of the way through the book completely changed meaning of earlier chapters. Started over again at the beginning, and enjoyed recognizing the interplay of the various parts. Unexpectedly delightful analogy with musical progressions. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Mental illness, Self harm, Medical content, Medical trauma, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , and Gaslighting

Moderate: Death, Racism, Terminal illness, and Toxic relationship

Minor: Cancer, Xenophobia, Death of parent, and Classism