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A review by modeislodis
Normal People by Sally Rooney
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-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? Yes
3.25
Rooney is an exceptional writer, but I was upset that her characters couldn’t accept being so deep in love. It was portrayed like their love was a weakness. That bothered me.
Graphic: Sexual content and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, and Mental illness