A review by ameliafr
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Very beautifully written, but also very racist.
I think the best parts of this book were the depictions of what it’s like to struggle with deciding what you want to do with your future and the discussions of heterosexual dating norms.
Definitely take the trigger warnings seriously, since the content depicted is quite graphic.
I would recommend sections of this book, but I think the decision about reading the novel as a whole wrt triggering content related to mental health and the racism throughout depends on the individual reader.
I think the best parts of this book were the depictions of what it’s like to struggle with deciding what you want to do with your future and the discussions of heterosexual dating norms.
Definitely take the trigger warnings seriously, since the content depicted is quite graphic.
I would recommend sections of this book, but I think the decision about reading the novel as a whole wrt triggering content related to mental health and the racism throughout depends on the individual reader.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt, Self harm, and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Suicide