I think this book is the most distressing book I have ever read. It is heartbreaking and overwhelming. I am really impressed by Hanya Yanagihara, I loved this book even more than "The people in the trees". She really is a great writer and her books are amazing. "A little life" broke my heart indeed, I cried so much and could not stop. At the same time it is so beautiful, so poetic and elegant, it's just perfect, it really is.