A review by tayoreads
Normal People by Sally Rooney

emotional reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

I was expecting a lot more of this book considering all the hype it got, however it was an enjoyable read. I loved the "will they, won't they" aspect to the story. The time skips were done well, and really add a lot of depth to Connell and Marianne's relationship/dynamic as well. Besides the lack of quotation marks (which really bothered me at times), I really loved how the the book was written. The prose in some sections was absolutely beautiful! I do however wish the ending was done better. It kind of seemed lazy and very sudden.
it's not liked I minded Connell going off to NYC and Marianne staying behind, but wow was it just rushed. The scene could have played out longer; could have been way more descript. It was a huge let down!
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