A review by pdunkinn
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath

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

3.0

very unsure about this one. HORRIFICALLY dark & sad and was very obviously written in the 50s. captivating writing and VERY good depiction of the everyday thoughts and relationships of someone who is deeply suicidal - but racist in many parts and overall a rough read. i picked up this book not knowing anything about it bc i wanted to see what all the fuss was about with Sylvia Plath, almost stopped halfway through but figured i’d might as well finish it because i was already halfway there, not sure if i regret reading or not? wouldn’t really recommend 
Expand filter menu Content Warnings