A review by nadia
Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney

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

4.0

Was hovering between a 3.75 and 4 for this one, but 4 just got it for the way that Sally Rooney manages to make mundane, everyday, "seen it all before" stories and scenarios so compelling to read about, even when I don't particularly care for the characters!

How does she do it?

Definitely preferred Normal People.

The main subject matter of this one further conflicts my feelings, but ultimately I was intrigued.
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