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A review by carriekellenberger
Beautiful World, Where Are You by Sally Rooney
slow-paced
3.5
I wouldn't have picked this for myself if not for a friend who gifted it to me on my birthday. I've heard many things about Sally Rooney. I'm not a huge fan of this style of novel, but there is no denying she is a terrific writer, her descriptions and thought process are incredible, and although this story was strange, life is strange and beautiful and I think that's what she was aiming for.
It's a slow, whimsical read but I couldn't help but continue and marvel at her thought process. It's not a thrilling read, but it is moving and it makes you think. The characters aren't even likable, but they keep pulling you in. There are so many exceptionally clever thoughts and ideas presented in this novel that you can't help but keep going.
Will I read her other books? Probably not unless someone gives them to me. But bravo for a unique story!
It's a slow, whimsical read but I couldn't help but continue and marvel at her thought process. It's not a thrilling read, but it is moving and it makes you think. The characters aren't even likable, but they keep pulling you in. There are so many exceptionally clever thoughts and ideas presented in this novel that you can't help but keep going.
Will I read her other books? Probably not unless someone gives them to me. But bravo for a unique story!