A review by hsitbeenworthit
A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Be aware of the triggers in this book! Read the tw list beforehand.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Child abuse, Chronic illness, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Grief, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Self harm, Sexual harassment, Suicide attempt, Suicide, Torture, Adult/minor relationship, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, Kidnapping, Medical trauma, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Mental illness, Ableism, Body horror, Abandonment, Addiction, Classism, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Violence, Vomit, Gore, and Pedophilia