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The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath

136 reviews

eveq's review against another edition

dark emotional tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Suicide attempt and Vomit

Moderate: Suicidal thoughts

sergiogt's review against another edition

challenging dark reflective medium-paced

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

3.75

I really liked the story overall, even if it had me heart-broken throughout. It feels realisticly painful and manages to cover what drove Esther to her situations well. An open ending however felt a bit anticlimactic even if a bit more interesting due to the different interpretations.

The beginning was really confusing for me, not sure where the story was headed to be honest. I appreciate adjectives to better picture what the characters are seeing/living but the comparisons and descriptions felt a tad too overcomplicated in style.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Forced institutionalization, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Eating disorder, Death, Medical trauma, Suicide, Mental illness, Vomit, Sexual violence, Misogyny, Sexual harassment, Physical abuse, Self harm, Drug use, Emotional abuse, and Blood

eimmi's review against another edition

dark emotional reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Suicide attempt, Suicide, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Blood, and Mental illness

Moderate: Vomit, Sexual harassment, and Racial slurs

Minor: Homophobia

gilnean's review against another edition

dark emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced

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

3.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Toxic friendship, Ableism, Fatphobia, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Forced institutionalization, Confinement, Self harm, Medical trauma, Body shaming, Lesbophobia, Homophobia, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicide, Suicide attempt, Toxic relationship, Misogyny, Mental illness, and Injury/Injury detail

Moderate: Xenophobia, Alcohol, Pregnancy, Racial slurs, Racism, and Vomit

Minor: Child death, Terminal illness, Cancer, Cursing, Bullying, Xenophobia, Excrement, Animal death, Miscarriage, Murder, Death, Sexual content, Death of parent, and Antisemitism

lakea's review against another edition

challenging dark emotional reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Medical content, Mental illness, Self harm, Misogyny, Sexual violence, Dementia, Forced institutionalization, Sexism, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Terminal illness, Toxic friendship, Vomit, and Torture

Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, Medical content, Confinement, Racial slurs, Bullying, Fatphobia, Racism, Vomit, and Blood

megsalot's review against another edition

challenging dark tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Sexual violence, Self harm, Blood, Forced institutionalization, Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, Vomit, Suicide attempt, Mental illness, and Death

medini_l's review against another edition

dark reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Blood, Death, Mental illness, Self harm, Suicide, Suicide attempt, Sexual assault, Medical content, Misogyny, and Suicidal thoughts

Moderate: Forced institutionalization

Minor: Vomit

agilae's review against another edition

dark informative reflective sad 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

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Suicidal thoughts

Moderate: Suicide

Minor: Sexual harassment and Vomit

saa's review against another edition

emotional reflective sad slow-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

5.0

I was led to read "The Bell Jar" based on an AI recommendation, hoping to delve into the protagonist's turmoil and encounter a multifaceted character. To my satisfaction, the book fulfilled my expectations entirely, delivering a comprehensive and immersive experience with an added touch of brilliance.

The book's ability to express ideas is truly extraordinary. Every word pulls you in, urging you to continue reading, captivated by the narrative's magnetic allure.

Esther, the main character, possesses a thought process that is simply delectable. Her musings consistently brought a smile to my face, allowing me to savor each idea with a sense of amusement.

I found great pleasure in the book's exploration of the theme of purity, as well as its skillful and flavorful descriptions of every new character, infused with subtle irony and captivating details.

The intricate and complex relationship between Esther and Buddy offers a captivating journey. Their transformation from adoration to disdain, combined with Esther's internal struggles, effectively showcases her as a character who appears externally conflict-free but battles profound turmoil within.

As the narrative progresses, readers are enveloped in Esther's mental state, experiencing the profound depths of her depression and her desperate encounters with thoughts of suicide.

Towards the end of the book, Esther's reclamation of power becomes an empowering moment. It takes readers on an emotional rollercoaster, evoking a range of sentiments throughout the course of the story.

"The Bell Jar" masterfully weaves together complex character development and themes of empowerment. It provides a poignant exploration of mental health struggles, self-discovery, and the triumph of the human spirit. This novel leaves a lasting impression, resonating with readers long after they turn the final page.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, Physical abuse, and Vomit

Moderate: Suicide

valentina_d's review against another edition

dark reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Self harm, Vomit, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, Sexual assault, and Mental illness

Minor: Miscarriage, Pregnancy, Misogyny, Death of parent, and Grief