mwfilion 's review for:

Intermezzo by Sally Rooney

2.5

emotional reflective sad slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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While there were aspects of the story I connected with - particularly around grief and exploring complicated relationships - I found it veryyyy challenging to connect with the style of writing. It is intentional and well-executed, but just not for me. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Ableism, Cancer, Drug use, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Grief, Medical trauma, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail