Books A Little Life  by Hanya Yanagihara (Author

"A Little Life" by Hanya Yanagihara is a profound and intense novel that explores themes of trauma, friendship, identity, and the long-lasting effects of suffering. It follows four college friends—Jude, Willem, JB, and Malcolm—who move to New York to pursue their careers and find success. Throughout the book, Jude St. Francis, the central character, endures extreme physical and psychological trauma rooted in a deeply abusive childhood. Despite achieving professional success, Jude struggles with self-worth, trust, and chronic pain resulting from his past abuses.