A review by laura_vlahovicek
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath

challenging reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Sylvia had a "chaotic" style of writing in which she would digress a lot, but somehow always managed to get back on to the main story. Her struggles as an intelligent woman with societal expectations weighing on her shoulders are still very much pressent today. Its also sad how we today still have difficulties helping people who suffer from mental illnesses. Overall an excellent book with elements of feminism and mental disordes.
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