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A review by sarareadsxxx13
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath
reflective
sad
medium-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? Yes
4.0
I've read this in two days and while I like the first half more than the second half, it's overall just a very good book. Heartbreaking to think about Sylvia really feeling this way, and heartbreaking that this was her only novel. I think the reason why this is such a classic and simply timeless is because to some extent very relatable for a lot of people. I'm also very surprised how well it handles the topic of mental illness.
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Blood and Sexual assault