A review by laura6891
Shuggie Bain by Douglas Stuart
challenging
dark
tense
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
5.0
Graphic: Pedophilia, Religious bigotry, Addiction, Suicide attempt, Injury/Injury detail, Rape, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, Classism, Sexual violence, Infidelity, Grief, Domestic abuse, Sexual harassment, and Physical abuse