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A review by torihbu
Piercing by Ryū Murakami
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
a relatively short story that kept me on the edge of my seat. the novel floats between two points of view that are happening simultaneously, showcasing the significance of each character's perspective. an examination of how trauma and mental health issues push humans to some of the darkest corners imaginable and, yet, we are never alone in that experience.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Body horror, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Incest, Infidelity, Mental illness, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Suicide attempt, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Addiction and Forced institutionalization
Minor: Body shaming