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A review by readerinthedale
Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney
emotional
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? Yes
4.0
“This could only interfere with my other ambitions, such as achieving enlightenment and being a fun girl”
I hate that I relate to Frances bc I’m pretty sure she’s not supposed to be likable. There is something about the hunt to be a good person even when you don’t know what a good person is that is just compelling.
Definitely a book that made me think and forced some introspection. I found myself rooting for the characters even if they were not the best people. You just want them to get it right. I think part of that is bc I wanted the self validation- if I am not a good person can I become one?
Think I’m a fan of Rooney now.
I hate that I relate to Frances bc I’m pretty sure she’s not supposed to be likable. There is something about the hunt to be a good person even when you don’t know what a good person is that is just compelling.
Definitely a book that made me think and forced some introspection. I found myself rooting for the characters even if they were not the best people. You just want them to get it right. I think part of that is bc I wanted the self validation- if I am not a good person can I become one?
Think I’m a fan of Rooney now.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Sexual content
Moderate: Toxic relationship
Minor: Chronic illness