A review by emmaiswriting
The Virgin Suicides by Jeffrey Eugenides

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

4.5

This is a deeply emotional book that takes on the struggles of being a teenage girl, while told in the point of view of the disgusting male gaze. I’m still saddened that I did not get to see the girls POV in their own story, but The Virgin Suicides is a timeless classic and must read to those who manage well with upsetting themes. 
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