Review by ialoneblue - The Bell Jar

ialoneblue 's review for:

The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath

3.25

There were aspects of this book that highlighted expectation for women (from society and by result from women too) really well and how women are treated if those expectations are challenged or aren't adhere to or are in some cases. The same goes for mental illness and treatment for women. I won't say that this book goes in depth by any means but from the surface you get a decent idea.

I don't dislike the main character. I found certain things relatable. Although I couldn't fully connect to her I do understand that comes from what she was experiencing and that it's not something I could fully grasp given my own experiences. I can see why this is where the book fell flat from some people.

There were some unexpected racism that was unnecessary as it didn't do anything for the story and so had no reason to be there a all.

Overall, the writing was well done and beautiful at times. Subject really important and necessary. But I personally don't think it's revolutionary. For me, It is was blunt look at woman's experiences, thoughts, expectations that shaped her and the ones that tried to and importantly the lack of help or support for the most part that she needed.

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