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trinity_tompkins 's review for:
Intermezzo
by Sally Rooney
challenging
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is by far the best Sally Rooney book I have read. I loved the stream of consciousness writing style combined with beautifully poetic descriptions of the setting. This writing style allowed Rooney to put words to things I previously thought ineffable.
I loved seeing the story through the eyes of both Peter and Ivan. The way they handled their grief, relationships, and hypocrisy was wonderfully complex and interesting. The anxiety and need for approval expressed especially by Peter was well-written. The ending of the book was satisfying unlike the other books I’ve read by Rooney.
I loved seeing the story through the eyes of both Peter and Ivan. The way they handled their grief, relationships, and hypocrisy was wonderfully complex and interesting. The anxiety and need for approval expressed especially by Peter was well-written. The ending of the book was satisfying unlike the other books I’ve read by Rooney.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Death of parent
Moderate: Alcoholism, Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Car accident