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A review by zeynepsiir
Normal People by Sally Rooney
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I had watched the TV show and really enjoyed it, so I figured I’d read the book. When it comes to TV/movie adaptations, I generally think the book is way better; sadly not this time. The book felt very flat in comparison, the writing was quite weird at times (a character was randomly likened to a Labrador(?) at one point). Some plot points also felt very random and like they didn’t have the proper grounding in the story.
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Eating disorder, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, and Blood