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A review by matthewslaura
Normal People by Sally Rooney
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-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
5.0
I genuinely have never cried over a book before this one. 4 hours of reading and I feel less alone in the world. Others understand depression and worded it perfectly. This book is bound to be a modern classic.
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Death, Eating disorder, Sexual harassment, Suicidal thoughts, Physical abuse, Domestic abuse, Grief, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicide, Alcohol, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Bullying, Mental illness, and Emotional abuse