A review by rebekka_and
A Boy's Own Story by Edmund White

emotional reflective sad 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

4.0

The book is beautifully written (although the author may try to come off as lyrical a bit too hard sometimes?) and really describes the feelings of loneliness and despair to fit in. Everyone should read this.