A review by karalyndawn
Normal People by Sally Rooney

emotional hopeful reflective sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Although the tv series was better for me personally I do have to say this book wreaked me. I hated Connell at first but by the last half I felt for him. The miscommunication in this book is REAL. It drove me insane. In a slightly good way. Marianne and Connell do have a messed up relationship but they were both lonely and helped each other out so it’s hard for me to determine if they should have ended up together. It was interesting to see their relationship through the few years the book takes place and the ending doesn’t give any closure. I do recommend watching the series, the actors do a great job at conveying more emotion than the book.
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