A review by ennyl
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath

challenging dark funny reflective medium-paced

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

4.5

Iconic. I wish I had read this earlier, in my late teens or early 20s.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Mental illness

Moderate: Forced institutionalization, Body shaming, Blood, and Medical trauma

Minor: Sexual assault, Death of parent, and Suicide