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A review by robinks
Notes of a Crocodile by Qiu Miaojin
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This story was definitely a bit chaotic at the beginning, and I had a hard time keeping track of when the events of each notebook took place relative to each other. This is also the first time I’ve read something translated from Chinese, and I think some of the cultural differences end up very visible in the syntax and situations our characters find themselves in. I really enjoyed the crocodile chapters and would love to see them reassembled on their own or expanded.
Graphic: Lesbophobia, Suicide, Addiction, Homophobia, Suicidal thoughts, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Alcohol, Suicide attempt, Drug abuse, and Self harm
Minor: Sexual content and Vomit