A review by margotcolville
Play It as It Lays by Joan Didion

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

3.5

My experience was very split between the two times I sat down to read. The first time (about the first half), I was engrossed - I couldn’t put it down. However, the second, I struggled to follow the storyline and couldn’t get my head all the way in. I didn’t get lost in the story like I did in the first half, and was more aware of my progress and position with regard to the end. However, the pace remained despite my detachment. 
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