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tigerkind's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I really like Sally Rooney's books and this was no exception. Anyone interested in modern relationships will surely enjoy this. The book touches on many topics that are relevant right now – even the pandemic is mentioned, even though it rather felt like an afterthought. However, it seems Rooney is now well aware of the expectations her readers have going in and consciously caters to them. While the previous books felt rather raw and thought-provoking, this sometimes was almost "prêt-à-penser".
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Toxic friendship and Toxic relationship
Minor: Abortion, Adult/minor relationship, Alcohol, Animal cruelty, Chronic illness, Death of parent, Drug use, Grief, Infertility, Panic attacks/disorders, Pregnancy, Self harm, Sexism, and Suicidal thoughts
nialiversuch's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
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
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Infertility
Moderate: Alcohol, Cursing, Drug use, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Adult/minor relationship, and Emotional abuse
Minor: Addiction, Alcoholism, Animal cruelty, Death of parent, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Pregnancy, Religious bigotry, and Toxic relationship
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