A Little Life

William.Smith shared a tip "This is a great books for those in the LGBTQ+ community looking for a quick read that is interesting with character that are relatable."

abigail_jue shared a tip "One of the best novels I’ve read. I had never read something like this before it’s honest and transparent about mental illness and every topic covered in the book. It gave me different perspectives I really needed. TW: depression, sexual assault, rape, suicide, addiction, self harm"

wanda_davidson shared a tip "Best book I've read in years. I was taken with all the characters. I loved them, hated them, pitied them and cried for them. I highly recommend this book!!"

catherine_miller_7760 shared a tip "This book is really hard to get through based on the tough topics it explores. I advise not to read unless you can handle something that is really depressing."

grant_whitehead shared a tip "The ONE book that made me cry out! The characters are just so relatable to me and they resonated so much that I actually cried out at some of the narrative. The book received some backlash on the abuse storyline and I respect that. However it was essential to the empathy of the characters. You will love this book! A must read for LGBTQ2S readers!!!"

heather_moore_4013 shared a tip "i’m trying to find some books — but i just finished reading normal people by sally rooney and it was really good!@robinjohnson301"

tess_2846 shared a tip "This books ripped out my heart, shredded it to pieces, threw it in its mouth, chewed on it for a bit, spit it on the ground, stomped on it, told me i was stupid, told me i would deserve love but never find it bc now my heart was a pile of goo and trampled me over in a pick up truck (but like it was a really cool pick up truck so i didnt mind much, you know?). Still loved it though. definatly going to read it again to annotate! #ohwell"

nat_schulte shared a tip "This book is phenomenal and devastating. I won't recommend it to anyone because you need to do your own research and know your own triggers. This book does not sugarcoat anything. You will sob and want to throw up."

kari1977 shared a tip "Best book I’ve ever read. So devastatingly heartbreaking and beautiful. I believe each character will remain in my heart forever. Since reading it several years ago, I still think of this book often. I’ve been searching for another read that evokes as much emotion as this one did for me….not successfully, I might add. As stated by many others, read with caution…the subject matters are difficult for most."

eric_lucero shared a tip "I really enjoyed this book. Avoid if you're looking for something cheerful. Tragic story but just so beautifully written. Not an easy read for me but I hung in there."

miranda_turnbull shared a tip "!!!!warning for this book!!!! Very heavy content, check out trigger warnings before deciding to pick it up. But it’s my favorite book of all time."

ashley_ith shared a tip "My favorite book. I am completely broken from this read. Tw: rape, self-harm, child abuse, domestic abuse, suicidal attempts, blood, eating disorders, grooming, sex trafficking, etc."

aryn_renee shared a tip "I can't recommend this book enough. It's a lengthy one but it will fly by! I'd give anything to read this book again for the first time."

joannamn shared a tip "Very mixed thoughts on this book. Agree with many that the trauma one character goes through is just over the top, but at the same time I grew to love these characters and haven’t seen an epic about male friendship like this."

kim_chodkowski shared a tip "I read this book approx. 5 years ago and I feel as though I compare every book I’ve read thereafter to this one. None come close. A Little Life is one of the best books I’ve ever read, no contest. The characters have such depth and the story is heartbreaking. This book will stick with you."

michael_wood_545 shared a tip "I'm about 70% done with The Four Winds and I'm having a hard time putting it down. Accidentally stayed up until 3am last night reading it."

jennifer_julie shared a tip "One of my faves... it brought me to my knees throughout points in the book. Love the rich characters and rawness. I would read it again"

ellie_fair shared a tip "I cannot believe I made it through this book. I could never in good concious recommend this book to anyone... ever. There is every trigger for every traumatic experience you could imagine and possibly worse than you imagine. However, I loved it, I love it. I always will love it. A Little Life is a beautiful, traumatic, masochistic, poignant.. exquisitely written.. masterpiece that was both horrific and therapeutic to read. It is my gem, my not so secret, secret."

kate_harris_4884 shared a tip "It changed how I view people and gave me a glimpse of how people who have experiences trauma view themselves. Life changing. Constantly chasing the high of this book."

carleigh_mack shared a tip "Jude will forever be in my heart and mind. This book broke my heart in so many ways. I would recommend this book to those who have tough skin. This book isn’t for everyone but I thoroughly enjoyed it :)"

mrjuo shared a tip "the tears flowed nonstop, i genuinely wouldn't recommend for anyone sensitive or faint at heart. it literally broke me down and had me think about life but it was absolutely infatuating. i cannot wait for yanagihara's next book!"

rachel_1503 shared a tip "I've only read this book once. It made such an impact on me. I still think about it from time to time. I would love to read it again someday."

bree_pearson444 shared a tip "This book took me so long to finish, only because I had to take breaks to take in what I was reading. So much heartbreak and sadness throughout the entire story. But all in all, this book is in my top 10 favorite reads!"

emily_campbell_3224 shared a tip "Honestly, I’m not sure if I can recall any favorite parts in particular… I read it so long ago, but I still feel the characters and story. I actually named my son Jude because I loved the name so much. So good!!"

pebbs shared a tip "Finally got around to finish this book and I cannot explain how much my heart withered in pain. The amount of times I had to stop reading because of how hard I was crying and how difficult it was to even see the words on the pages is too much to count. Please look into the book before you read it because it’s heavily triggering."