A review by kezziee
Call Me By Your Name by André Aciman

emotional tense slow-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? No

3.5

it's a tricky one. the writing itself is stunning, however some of the themes or things that go down don't sit well with me. Firstly, the man guy is 17 when they met and he was 24. On top of this, there are times where
Elio would constantly ask and ask, even after Oliver said no for sex. And one example when he does say no, Elio put his hand on Oliver's crotch area. Also, Elio finds Oliver watching him in his sleep and says that if Oliver were to try anything, he'd be okay with it, but to Oliver's knowledge, Elio isn't awake to consent. It's just all a bit :/
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