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it’s obviously really beautifully written. i love the fig tree metaphor and the discussions around societal expectations and constraints for women. however, the only thing i can think about after finishing it is all the racist passages in this book and how practically everyone looks the other way when reviewing this book and talking about how much of a progressive and feminist icon sylvia plath is. maybe MAYBE it was intentional to make us despise the character and reflect on this topic, but i truly don’t think that was the sylvia’s goal, so im just really disappointed.

chblackmon's review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

rosiesfaves's review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

kgbooks89's review against another edition

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5.0

This has always been on my list. It was interesting to draw connections between the main character and Plath's own life. The bell jar theme was spot on and the way Plath writes makes you question what is truthful in the narration of a person in an asylum.

lienvc's review against another edition

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dark medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

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