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Intermezzo by Sally Rooney
3.5
reflective sad slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

The story explores the intricate relationships between family members, partners and friends in a life-like tale. Real life is messy, and in this book, it shows. It outlines how we sometimes forget that other people may have a different perspective on things and their own issues to deal with. And that idea of "sonder"? Spot on.

The writing is particular: A lot of descriptions but so precise and on point that they remind you of the moments where you've found poetry in everyday's life.

I wasn't convinced by the climax of the story, you know that 70-80% mark? It just did not work for me. 

Overall, I still enjoyed my reading/listening.