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annahollamby 's review for:
The Bell Jar
by Sylvia Plath
challenging
dark
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I'm satisfied that I read it, as it's a contemporary classic,and because I've been mentally ill for as long as I've been sentient, I did find the book relatable (derogatory). But, I can't and won't get over or look past the racism, anti-semitism, homophobia, and general white privilege of it all.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Forced institutionalization, Medical trauma, Suicide attempt
Moderate: Homophobia, Racial slurs, Racism, Xenophobia, Antisemitism, Classism