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A review by nadiaherondale
Normal People by Sally Rooney
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
3.75
I was expecting more, to be honest, while I liked the narration and the writing I hated the way dialogues where handled as a big monologue. Nevertheless I liked the exploration about Connell and Marianne's lives, personalities and relationship, I just was expecting for this book to be a favorite since it's so reverenced
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Violence, Toxic friendship, and Alcohol
Moderate: Death, Drug use, Physical abuse, Rape, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, and Death of parent