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lucybbookstuff 's review for:
Normal People
by Sally Rooney
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The very beautiful and addicting writing gets 6/5 stars. It was a very quick and easy read without being unintelligent.
However, the main characters were so frustrating at times, I wanted to yell at them and throw the book away. 😅 And the realness of that is part of what makes it so beautiful, but I can't help but knock it down a point for their utter humanity.
Also reminded me way too vividly of the mental gymnastics and stupid decisions one is always fielding when involved in young love. 🥴
However, the main characters were so frustrating at times, I wanted to yell at them and throw the book away. 😅 And the realness of that is part of what makes it so beautiful, but I can't help but knock it down a point for their utter humanity.
Also reminded me way too vividly of the mental gymnastics and stupid decisions one is always fielding when involved in young love. 🥴
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship