I'm on page 254 and it's taken me months to get that far. Because I just keep putting it down for long periods. It's such a slow paced book that I am finding it a hard slog. But at the same time I'm intrigued and want to finish it.
I know this is an old comment and I don't know if you've actually read any more, but honestly I'm on page 467, and I'm only persevering because I hate leaving a book unread, but if you aren't stubborn like me I'd put it down. The tragedy of it all feels almost comically bad, like the author is just doing it for the sake of it, and currently I'm at a "happy part", but knowing the theme if Jude is having a good time it's about to get tragically bad any moment now. Eventually it goes beyond sad (this book hasn't made me cry because nothing bad that happens to any of the characters feels remotely heartfelt or as though the author has any care for the characters at all really) to almost comical in the sheer over-the-top suffering that the author insist bestowing onto the characters.
@@Natlatify I couldn't agree more. Whenever someone gives this book a good review, it makes me question their judgment about literature. The author writes well, but this is a terribly written book. It made me feel nothing but frustration. A Little Life is the novel equivalent of the emperor's new clothes.
I read the ending spoiler accidentally upon researching the TW in this book. 😢 Do you think I ruined it for myself by knowing how it ends? I have it sitting on the shelf, waiting to be read.
Review is so good but … you look like you’re going to cry any minute now … like omg i think i need this book 😭😭✋🏻✋🏻 Lmao update i guess: after 8 hours of thinking …. I bought the book 😩💕✋🏻✋🏻
A Little Life is no better than the Camden novels by Bret Easton Ellis and, in some ways, is worse. Ellis maintains a sense of detachment, while Yamagihara is actively trying to manipulate the reader into crying. It might work on the younger set but I’ve seen a bit to much actual trauma and tragedy.
That's really good to know. I might need to try out those novels if I'm in the mood for something similar to A Little Life. Thank you for the recommendation
It's marketed to adult readers so the language is mature and has words that can be difficult for some readers. Overall, I don't think it's simple to read but I don't think it's difficult either. I hope that helps.
Great review! I’ve finally decided on buying this book
I'm glad I could help and I hope you like it 😊
thank you so much! ive ordered this book and im so excited to read. :)
How'd your experience with the novel go. Recently purchased my copy of this book and want to see what someone thinks of it.
I'm on page 254 and it's taken me months to get that far. Because I just keep putting it down for long periods. It's such a slow paced book that I am finding it a hard slog. But at the same time I'm intrigued and want to finish it.
I know this is an old comment and I don't know if you've actually read any more, but honestly I'm on page 467, and I'm only persevering because I hate leaving a book unread, but if you aren't stubborn like me I'd put it down. The tragedy of it all feels almost comically bad, like the author is just doing it for the sake of it, and currently I'm at a "happy part", but knowing the theme if Jude is having a good time it's about to get tragically bad any moment now. Eventually it goes beyond sad (this book hasn't made me cry because nothing bad that happens to any of the characters feels remotely heartfelt or as though the author has any care for the characters at all really) to almost comical in the sheer over-the-top suffering that the author insist bestowing onto the characters.
@@Natlatify I couldn't agree more. Whenever someone gives this book a good review, it makes me question their judgment about literature. The author writes well, but this is a terribly written book. It made me feel nothing but frustration. A Little Life is the novel equivalent of the emperor's new clothes.
Loved your review!
-With love from India.
I read the ending spoiler accidentally upon researching the TW in this book. 😢 Do you think I ruined it for myself by knowing how it ends? I have it sitting on the shelf, waiting to be read.
Hi I'm first time going to read a book so is it better for me as a beginner 🤔
Nice, was looking for it.👌👌
Review is so good but … you look like you’re going to cry any minute now … like omg i think i need this book 😭😭✋🏻✋🏻
Lmao update i guess: after 8 hours of thinking …. I bought the book 😩💕✋🏻✋🏻
PLEASE TELL ME IF ITS REALLY WORTH IT
thank you for this review its so good!!
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Has anyone said she looks like the girl from Barry?
A Little Life is no better than the Camden novels by Bret Easton Ellis and, in some ways, is worse. Ellis maintains a sense of detachment, while Yamagihara is actively trying to manipulate the reader into crying. It might work on the younger set but I’ve seen a bit to much actual trauma and tragedy.
That's really good to know. I might need to try out those novels if I'm in the mood for something similar to A Little Life. Thank you for the recommendation
is the language simple to read?
It's marketed to adult readers so the language is mature and has words that can be difficult for some readers. Overall, I don't think it's simple to read but I don't think it's difficult either. I hope that helps.
thank you ❤
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