A review by cheuksin
The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka

challenging emotional funny sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

At first I thought this book was silly and goofy until I realised how depressingly relatable it was then I cried
Gregor only worked as hard as he did to support his family and their nice large apartment, even wanting to send his sister to the conservatory. But as soon as he turns into a cockroach they strip him of all humanity. Even when they’re abusing him he still loves them.
a requirement of family duty to suppress one’s aversion and to endure—nothing else, just endure.
His dad threw apples at him, no one treated his wounds. They all found good jobs, They thanked God for his death and they moved apartments.
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