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A review by evemlacey
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath
challenging
dark
emotional
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
I thoroughly enjoyed the experience of reading this novel. It's certainly a classic, and I can see why. I'm glad I read this as a teenager because when I'm older I can look back on it and review my thoughts.
If I could pick three words to describe this novel, I would say moody, feminist, and abstract. It follows events in the life of Esther Greenwood, who struggles with her mental health and life in general. You follow her in this dreamy, almost unreal state of mind throughout the book. It is quite dark and it's probably not suitable for people who get triggered easily.
This was an intellectual, thought-provoking read and I'll be on the lookout for similar books in the future.
If I could pick three words to describe this novel, I would say moody, feminist, and abstract. It follows events in the life of Esther Greenwood, who struggles with her mental health and life in general. You follow her in this dreamy, almost unreal state of mind throughout the book. It is quite dark and it's probably not suitable for people who get triggered easily.
This was an intellectual, thought-provoking read and I'll be on the lookout for similar books in the future.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt
Moderate: Mental illness, Self harm, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Sexual content