A review by pdxk8
Franny and Zooey by J.D. Salinger

emotional reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Two formerly gifted and precocious children are navigating life as disillusioned adults. The Franny short story is damn near perfect, but the Zooey novella was maddening. It had moments of profundity, but mostly I just wanted Zooey to get over himself. 
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