Milk Fed
Milk Fed
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Milk Fed by Melissa Broder follows a woman's journey through emotional and physical hungers as she navigates her complex relationships with food, family, and desire. Set in Los Angeles, the story delves into themes of self-acceptance and transformation.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Melissa Broder's Milk Fed has garnered mixed reviews. Critics appreciate its bold exploration of desire, body image, and self-acceptance, coupled with dark humor and evocative prose. However, some find its rawness polarizing and its narrative execution uneven. While not universally appealing, its unique voice and thematic depth resonate strongly with its target audience.
Who Should Read Milk Fed?
Readers who enjoy introspective, character-driven narratives with themes of sexuality, relationships, and self-discovery would relish Melissa Broder's Milk Fed. Fans of Ottessa Moshfegh's My Year of Rest and Relaxation or Sally Rooney's Conversations with Friends will find a similar appeal.
67,686 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
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