Normal People

Alright, I've just finished “Normal People” by Sally Rooney, and let me tell you, this book is an absolute banger!

First off, I gotta say, this has shot straight to the top of my favorites list. I've only read about 20 books so far, but man, this one's the cream of the crop. I couldn't put it down - seriously, I was itching to pick it up every time I had to stop reading.

The characters? They got me hook, line, and sinker. Even though I'm not exactly like them, I felt their struggles in my bones. And it wasn't just the main duo - every character had me caring about them. Rooney's got a knack for making you feel like you know these people.

Now, I'd seen the TV show before (which, by the way, is also top-notch), but the book still had me glued to the pages. There's just something about Rooney's writing, you know? Every single line felt important - no filler here!

One part that really got me in the feels was when Connell opened up about his mental health. That monologue? Waterworks, I'm telling you. It hit hard.

Compared to “Beautiful World, Where Are You” (Rooney's other book I've read), this one's my jam. Don't get me wrong, they're both about people figuring themselves out, but “Normal People” just clicked with me more.

Oh, and the ending? It's open-ended, which I dig. Lets you imagine what might happen next.

Bottom line: five stars, no question. Would I recommend it? Hell yeah, to everyone and their dog. Whether you've seen the show or not, do yourself a favor and read this book. It's the real deal.