A review by aegireads
Narcissus and Goldmund by Hermann Hesse

challenging reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

oh to be in a homoromantic relationship with your mentor who says you two are like the sun and the moon

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Terminal illness, Death, and Xenophobia

Moderate: Antisemitism and Genocide

Minor: Racism

the book depicts antisemitic pogroms from the medieval period; the writing is sympathetic toward jewish people, but the descriptions are upsetting. there are some stereotypical portrayals of roma people (especially women), with period-typical prejudice.