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tigertheory's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I really like Sally Rooney's books and this was no exception. Anyone interested in modern relationships will surely enjoy this. The book touches on many topics that are relevant right now – even the pandemic is mentioned, even though it rather felt like an afterthought. However, it seems Rooney is now well aware of the expectations her readers have going in and consciously caters to them. While the previous books felt rather raw and thought-provoking, this sometimes was almost "prêt-à-penser".
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Toxic friendship
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Animal cruelty, Chronic illness, Drug use, Infertility, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Sexism, Suicidal thoughts, Grief, Abortion, Death of parent, Pregnancy, and Alcohol
nialiversuch's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility and Sexual content
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Cursing, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, and Alcohol
Minor: Addiction, Alcoholism, Animal cruelty, Toxic relationship, Grief, Religious bigotry, Death of parent, Pregnancy, and Injury/Injury detail