A review by awkwardsnitch
Play It as It Lays by Joan Didion

dark emotional reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

It was a dark, chaotic story about a woman spiraling out of control and mourning the life she wanted but could never grasp. While interesting at points, overall I didn't connect with the characters in any meaningful way.