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A review by h0neybear
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath
challenging
dark
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I really enjoyed it. Preferred the second half. Definitely a very clever book, but I think I was a bit too dumb to understand some of it. I reckon I will at some point though.
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Sexism, Confinement, Suicide attempt, and Mental illness
Moderate: Medical content, Death of parent, Miscarriage, Sexual assault, and Racism
Minor: Alcohol, Incest, and Sexual content