This was a perplexing yet thought-provoking read that left me with mixed feelings. Recommended by a friend, I approached it with curiosity, intrigued by its short length and widespread acclaim. However, from the start, the book’s unconventional structure, reminiscent of a TV show script, threw me off. The absence of traditional dialogue markers made it challenging to discern who was speaking, adding an extra layer of confusion.

My biggest gripe with the book lies in its reliance on the tired trope of characters sabotaging their own happiness due to a lack of communication. It’s a narrative device that frustrates me to no end, as it often feels contrived and unnecessary. Despite this, “Normal People” ventures into unexpected territory, delving deep into the complexities of relationships and human nature. While I struggled with certain aspects, I couldn’t deny its raw exploration of life’s messiness and the intricacies of human connections.

La verdad pensé que sería mejor pero no. Un poco perdida de tiempo.

I expected a lot more from this because of how hyped this book is. But the immaturity of the characters made it such a painful read.

tries to be deep, but the slow pacing and emotionally immature characters made it hard to enjoy. Marianne’s struggles are portrayed well, but Connell feels frustrating and passive. The writing style, with its grammar quirks, distracted more than it impressed. Overall, an average read that didn’t live up to the hype…..

3.5

Easily one of the worst books I’ve ever read in my life. Okay, maybe I just didn’t get the concept — probably. But still… what a terrible story. What awful characters. Everything was awful. And the damn writing? Honestly the ugliest I’ve ever seen.