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A review by deathmetalheron
The Wasp Factory by Iain Banks
challenging
dark
funny
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Child abuse, Child death, Death, Gore, Sexism, Blood, Murder, Gaslighting, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Vomit, and Alcohol
Minor: Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Forced institutionalization, Excrement, and Pregnancy
The TW is in itself a spoiler, so click this TW/Spoiler first Gender Dysphoria . Then you can read the explanation here: The twist in this book is that the main character, Frank, is undergoing a forced gender transition without their consent. If you have experienced gender dysphoria, it may feel uncomfortable reading the end of this book.