A review by lolsous
Intermezzo by Sally Rooney

challenging dark reflective sad medium-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

5.0

I think this is Rooney's best book yet. It is on the same theme as her other books but it feels more mature and developed, the writing only getting better. I had real trouble liking any character but still found the book enjoyable and well worth the read. It is very heavy at times and perhaps more so when you have siblings, but in the end also beautiful in a way. I find it real ironic Rooney named this one Intermezzo. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Drug use, Mental illness, Self harm, Sexism, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Death of parent