A review by anjalasagne
Normal People by Sally Rooney

challenging emotional funny hopeful fast-paced

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

4.0

I think the reason Normal People did so well is that it is so relatable to the millennial adolescence experience. I loved how the dialogue often exposes Connell's and Marianne's insecurities, however, Rooney really played into the preoccupation with appearance over vulnerability. I could relate to the reasons Connell and Marianne wanted to keep each other at arms-length to protect themselves, but they couldn’t help but fall together.