Taylor asked this question about A Little Life:
I'm really interested in reading this book but was wondering how graffic the scenes were? I just want to know what to expect before I start!
Leigh Anne I just finished this novel a few hours ago. I honestly wish I could go back and never open it. It wasn't the graphic descriptions of sexual assault (t…moreI just finished this novel a few hours ago. I honestly wish I could go back and never open it. It wasn't the graphic descriptions of sexual assault (though, in my opinion, they were indeed very graphic) It was the hopelessness and the sadness that permeated the entire novel. I would not recommend it to anyone struggling with their own mental health or caring for someone with mental health issues. I found it almost physically painful and I think it will stay with me for a very long time.(less)
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by Hanya Yanagihara (Goodreads Author)
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