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A review by jodiealicia
Elena Knows by Claudia Piñeiro
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
A book club pick and not one I would’ve read of my own accord - score reflects that! It’s certainly interesting but very bleak. I understand the artistic choice of the repetition but it does grate. If you’re into no plot just vibes depressing litfic then I’m sure you’ll enjoy it, but not for me
Graphic: Body horror, Chronic illness, Suicide, Terminal illness, Grief, Medical trauma, Abortion, and Pregnancy