A review by thenovelbookshelf
Big Swiss by Jen Beagin
dark
emotional
fast-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
4.0
What a strange and witty story, but quite entertaining and well worth a read.
When Greta, a transcriptionist for therapist Om, she becomes engrossed in a client she names, Big Swiss.
When Greta comes across Big Swiss in real life, she hides who she is. At first, she tries to end the friendship before it goes too far, but the more she transcribes Big Swiss's sessions, the more Greta falls until both their worlds fall apart.
When Greta, a transcriptionist for therapist Om, she becomes engrossed in a client she names, Big Swiss.
When Greta comes across Big Swiss in real life, she hides who she is. At first, she tries to end the friendship before it goes too far, but the more she transcribes Big Swiss's sessions, the more Greta falls until both their worlds fall apart.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic friendship, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Infidelity, and Mental illness
Moderate: Violence, Animal cruelty, Gaslighting, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Drug use, Sexual content, and Stalking