A review by lauren_cox98
Tender Is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica

challenging dark medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

So, I never expected to give this book 5 stars, but I believe a book that extrapolates this much thought from myself, deserves it. 

It’s a disgusting topic. But, that’s the point. It goes too far, but that’s the point. Its comments on capitalism and race and sex and classism is unmatched. 

It definitely gave me Fahrenheit 451 vibes just in a more nauseating way. 

The ending had me fucked up. I started questioning some of Marcos’ character midway through the book because some of his internal monologue was a bit much, but DAMN. I did not expect that. When I realized where it was going as it was happening, I was shocked. It was the type of ending that had me googling discussion boards because I needed to see other people’s thoughts/comments.
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