A review by chloj_
Normal People by Sally Rooney

emotional reflective sad tense 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

5.0

Honestly, it started off pretty slow. I wasn’t sure how to feel about it at the start, however the more I read, the more captivating it was. It gives a true depiction into coming of age, without any romanticisation of it, while showing the class divide in a modern way. I found myself relating so much to Marianne’s character, to a point where I had to look at myself in a different way. A heavy read for sure, but also one that (in my opinion), is a must. 
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