A review by theremightbecupcakes
My Life as a Rat by Joyce Carol Oates
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Classism, Racism, Animal cruelty, Misogyny, Emotional abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Adult/minor relationship, Toxic relationship, and Sexual violence