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31 reviews
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Sylvia Plath’s writing is moving and incredibly easy to follow. As much as I enjoy classic literature, I do find that I can struggle to stay engaged. This was not the case when reading ‘The Bell Jar’. I found its portrayal of psychological struggles to be authentic and raw. Not only is it evocative and relatable, but it also marks an important milestone for feminism and mental health representation.
However, it's crucial to still hold it accountable for its poor portrayal of people of colour. The racist remarks throughout are uncomfortable and made me rethink if this novel was worth its praise altogether. However, after further evaluation and research, I found a piece on this subject written by a blogger who specifically prioritises the narratives of POC. I’ll link the account below as I found it to be incredibly informative and helpful in shaping my perspective.
If you are considering reading ‘The Bell Jar,’ I highly recommend seeking further information such as this post. It's important to educate ourselves and be mindful allies, especially when engaging with literature that falls short in certain areas.
https://www.instagram.com/blkstacks/p/CZSM6aIrNP7/?img_index=1
https://www.instagram.com/blkstacks/p/CZSM6aIrNP7/?img_index=1
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide, Racism, Mental illness, and Self harm
Sula by Toni Morrison
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
3.0
Toni Morrison is an incredible writer. I struggle to stay engaged when reading books filled with lots of descriptive language (hence the lower rating) but if you enjoy vivid imagery then this book is right up your alley. It’s filled with symbolism & explores the human condition authentically!!
Normal People by Sally Rooney
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
4.0
At first I thought the ending was abrupt once I sat with it for a little while I was able to really appreciate how well it was written. The portrayal of love was so authentic & raw. It was refreshing & comforting reading from a perspective that didn’t contribute to the unrealistic, black-and-white perspective of how romance should be
Bunny by Mona Awad
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
2.0
Very out of my comfort zone & very strange. Engaging & easy to read but made me feel icky so I didn’t enjoy it very much