A review by lespetitesdents
The Idiot by Elif Batuman

challenging emotional funny informative reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

I made the mistake of reading Either/Or first, so diving back into Selin’s world after the progress she made was quite interesting. I'm not sure if I preferred Either/Or because it was my first encounter with this character and her intriguing mind, but I did very much enjoy The Idiot nonetheless.