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A review by elysiumreads
Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This book was… meh.
I loved the actual writing, it was so good and engaging I finished the book even though the contents were a bit lacking for me. The stakes were incredibly low, everyone was annoying for some reason or the other, and I saw no character development really. I think this book just wasn’t for me, but I can see how others may love it as a ‘barely any plot, mostly vibes’ novel and I will definitely try other Rooney books - I know I will find a new favourite in her work.
I loved the actual writing, it was so good and engaging I finished the book even though the contents were a bit lacking for me. The stakes were incredibly low, everyone was annoying for some reason or the other, and I saw no character development really. I think this book just wasn’t for me, but I can see how others may love it as a ‘barely any plot, mostly vibes’ novel and I will definitely try other Rooney books - I know I will find a new favourite in her work.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Chronic illness and Self harm
Minor: Mental illness, Vomit, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis