A review by zoap
Where Reasons End by Yiyun Li

reflective sad medium-paced

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

3.0

The format of the book is an unashamedly real conversation between the author, the mother, and her child, who has recently died by suicide. This format could be challenging to read but it was challenging in the way a late-night conversation with a friend you care deeply for who divulges the most tenuous topic consuming their mind is challenging. I can’t even say it was very sad. Emotionally it was nostalgic, loving, annoyed, longing, and wistful. It felt honest in a way I have not seen grief spoken about so honestly.