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

emotional reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

For me a large amount of my rating goes for how beautiful written I found the language. I haven’t seen the movie and I was so easily able to immerse myself in this world in Italy. I don’t think I would say the relationship between Elio and Oliver is an idealistic romance to be aspired to. I would say it seems to be a product of the time and environment. There is most likely more to their relationship than this, which is often discussed by readers but I believe I will need to think more on the topic before truly grasping it. 
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