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Intermezzo
by Sally Rooney
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book is a masterwork on grief and its consequences on those experiencing it. The story features two brothers who have very complicated lives, who struggle to communicate those complexities with their families. I found every character in this book well fleshed out, even the side characters getting their moment— showing how their life’s intertwine with the brothers. I found this more moving and provocative than Normal People, as the character development feels more important. Where the miscommunication in Normal People can become tired, in here it’s real, raw— authentic. There’s not frustration as the reader because you understand each characters motivations so deeply.
Though I’m a sucker for anything detailing grief and its process, I found this to be moving and impactful. I’ve been struggling to read recently and this book was contemporary/literary enough to be impactful, but had enough movement to keep me invested. Highly highly recommend!
Though I’m a sucker for anything detailing grief and its process, I found this to be moving and impactful. I’ve been struggling to read recently and this book was contemporary/literary enough to be impactful, but had enough movement to keep me invested. Highly highly recommend!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness