A review by marionhoney
The Secret Lives of People in Love by Simon Van Booy

dark emotional mysterious reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

While there were some standout one liner moments of metaphor, I kept feeling uneasy throughout. Too heavy handed? And some uncomfortable character descriptions that felt ableist or anti-fat. More melancholic than the spirit lift I was hoping for.