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Normal People

Author: Sally Rooney

Connell and Marianne grow up in the same small town in the west of Ireland, but the similarities end there. In school, Connell is popular and well-liked, while Marianne is a loner. But when the two

Connell and Marianne grow up in the same small town in the west of Ireland, but the similarities end there. In school, Connell is popular and well-liked, while Marianne is a loner. But when the two strike up a conversation - awkward but electrifying - something life-changing begins.

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Connell and Marianne grow up in the same small town in the west of Ireland, but the similarities end there. In school, Connell is popular and well-liked, while Marianne is a loner. But when the two strike up a conversation - awkward but electrifying - something life-changing begins.

Why we loved the book

Normal People is a story of mutual fascination, friendship and love. It takes us from that first conversation to the years beyond, in the company of two people who try to stay apart but find they can't.

Sally Rooney's writing is characterized by its deceptively simple yet deeply impactful style, dissecting the nuances of human connection and focusing on incredibly relatable, achingly human characters whose struggles with self-worth, vulnerability, and societal expectations resonate profoundly with the reader.

Memorable Quotes

  • She believes Marianne lacks “warmth,” by which she means the ability to beg for love from people who hate her
  • Connell wished he knew how other people conducted their private lives, so that he could copy from example.

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Author
Sally Rooney
Publisher
Faber & Faber
Language
English
Type
Fantasy
Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
288
Publication Date
2019
Dimensions
12x19 cm
ISBN-13
9780571334650

Additional Specifications

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Yes

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  • ▪️Spice level: 2.5/5
    ⚠️Trigger warnings: mental health, depression, emotional abuse, low self-esteem
    ▫️A few words about the book: "Normal People" is about the relationship between Marianne and Connell, who meet in high school but continue to stay in touch at various stages of their adult lives. At first, they seem completely different from each other: she is wealthy and not particularly popular, while he is the opposite, but quite approachable and low-key.
    ▪️Style/Writing of the book: First of all, let me tell you that Sally Rooney's writing is one of my favorites! All her books are simple and direct, and she writes with a naturalness and honesty I have never encountered before. She focuses more on how the characters feel rather than on the plot.
    ▫️Why I loved it: It is definitely one of the books I will always recommend! It's not one of those books with full action or twists, but it has its own way of winning you over. Personally, it moved me a lot and made me feel very close to the characters.
    ▪️Why you should read it: If you like more social books with perhaps more depth in the characters, it is essential that you read it!
    ▫️Series or Book: This is truly the first time I will tell you it is exactly the same! The dialogues in the series and the dialogues in the book have no difference, and I think it's one of the few cases where one complements the other!

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  • Keen

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    I wasn't crazy about the story. The relationship between the main characters was dysfunctional and the ending of the book was not satisfying for me

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  • Vicky_K93
    5
    5 out of 5 members found this review helpful

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    Nice cover, the title is embossed. I bought it because I want to practice my English

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    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
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    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
  • ▪️Spice level: 2.5/5
    ⚠️Trigger warnings: mental health, depression, emotional abuse, low self-esteem
    ▫️A few words about the book: "Normal People" is about the relationship between Marianne and Connell, who meet in high school but continue to stay in touch at various stages of their adult lives. At first, they seem completely different from each other: she is wealthy and not particularly popular, while he is the opposite, but quite approachable and low-key.
    ▪️Style/Writing of the book: First of all, let me tell you that Sally Rooney's writing is one of my favorites! All her books are simple and direct, and she writes with a naturalness and honesty I have never encountered before. She focuses more on how the characters feel rather than on the plot.
    ▫️Why I loved it: It is definitely one of the books I will always recommend! It's not one of those books with full action or twists, but it has its own way of winning you over. Personally, it moved me a lot and made me feel very close to the characters.
    ▪️Why you should read it: If you like more social books with perhaps more depth in the characters, it is essential that you read it!
    ▫️Series or Book: This is truly the first time I will tell you it is exactly the same! The dialogues in the series and the dialogues in the book have no difference, and I think it's one of the few cases where one complements the other!

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  • I wasn't crazy about the story. The relationship between the main characters was dysfunctional and the ending of the book was not satisfying for me

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • Nice cover, the title is embossed. I bought it because I want to practice my English

    Translated from Greek ·
    5
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Description & Specifications

Connell and Marianne grow up in the same small town in the west of Ireland, but the similarities end there. In school, Connell is popular and well-liked, while Marianne is a loner. But when the two strike up a conversation - awkward but electrifying - something life-changing begins.

Why we loved the book

Normal People is a story of mutual fascination, friendship and love. It takes us from that first conversation to the years beyond, in the company of two people who try to stay apart but find they can't.

Sally Rooney's writing is characterized by its deceptively simple yet deeply impactful style, dissecting the nuances of human connection and focusing on incredibly relatable, achingly human characters whose struggles with self-worth, vulnerability, and societal expectations resonate profoundly with the reader.

Memorable Quotes

  • She believes Marianne lacks “warmth,” by which she means the ability to beg for love from people who hate her
  • Connell wished he knew how other people conducted their private lives, so that he could copy from example.

Manufacturer

Specifications

Author
Sally Rooney
Publisher
Faber & Faber
Language
English
Type
Fantasy
Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
288
Publication Date
2019
Dimensions
12x19 cm
ISBN-13
9780571334650

Additional Specifications

Books Adapted to TV Series / Movies
Yes

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (5)

  1. 4
  2. 4 stars
    0
  3. 1
  4. 2 stars
    0
  5. 1 star
    0
Review this product
  • Paper quality
  • Was it easy to read?
  • Was it interesting enough?
  • I liked the writing style
  • I would read a book by the same author
  • I would recommend it for reading

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Reviews by our members

  • ▪️Spice level: 2.5/5
    ⚠️Trigger warnings: mental health, depression, emotional abuse, low self-esteem
    ▫️A few words about the book: "Normal People" is about the relationship between Marianne and Connell, who meet in high school but continue to stay in touch at various stages of their adult lives. At first, they seem completely different from each other: she is wealthy and not particularly popular, while he is the opposite, but quite approachable and low-key.
    ▪️Style/Writing of the book: First of all, let me tell you that Sally Rooney's writing is one of my favorites! All her books are simple and direct, and she writes with a naturalness and honesty I have never encountered before. She focuses more on how the characters feel rather than on the plot.
    ▫️Why I loved it: It is definitely one of the books I will always recommend! It's not one of those books with full action or twists, but it has its own way of winning you over. Personally, it moved me a lot and made me feel very close to the characters.
    ▪️Why you should read it: If you like more social books with perhaps more depth in the characters, it is essential that you read it!
    ▫️Series or Book: This is truly the first time I will tell you it is exactly the same! The dialogues in the series and the dialogues in the book have no difference, and I think it's one of the few cases where one complements the other!

    Translated from Greek ·
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  • Keen

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    I wasn't crazy about the story. The relationship between the main characters was dysfunctional and the ending of the book was not satisfying for me

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Vicky_K93
    5
    5 out of 5 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    Nice cover, the title is embossed. I bought it because I want to practice my English

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • I would recommend it for reading
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Verified purchase

    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
  • Verified purchase

    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
  • ▪️Spice level: 2.5/5
    ⚠️Trigger warnings: mental health, depression, emotional abuse, low self-esteem
    ▫️A few words about the book: "Normal People" is about the relationship between Marianne and Connell, who meet in high school but continue to stay in touch at various stages of their adult lives. At first, they seem completely different from each other: she is wealthy and not particularly popular, while he is the opposite, but quite approachable and low-key.
    ▪️Style/Writing of the book: First of all, let me tell you that Sally Rooney's writing is one of my favorites! All her books are simple and direct, and she writes with a naturalness and honesty I have never encountered before. She focuses more on how the characters feel rather than on the plot.
    ▫️Why I loved it: It is definitely one of the books I will always recommend! It's not one of those books with full action or twists, but it has its own way of winning you over. Personally, it moved me a lot and made me feel very close to the characters.
    ▪️Why you should read it: If you like more social books with perhaps more depth in the characters, it is essential that you read it!
    ▫️Series or Book: This is truly the first time I will tell you it is exactly the same! The dialogues in the series and the dialogues in the book have no difference, and I think it's one of the few cases where one complements the other!

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • I wasn't crazy about the story. The relationship between the main characters was dysfunctional and the ending of the book was not satisfying for me

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • Nice cover, the title is embossed. I bought it because I want to practice my English

    Translated from Greek ·
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