The Bell Jar- Sylvia Plath

[La Stilla]

Same. When I read specifically this novel, or Murakami's "Sputnik Sweetheart" I feel them deep down as I experience it myself. Very strange & beautiful books. Hello from North Macedonia, sorry for my bad english.

[Dzejn_Crvena]

Plath has a unique way of creating a specific atmosphere throughout the entire book-not blatantly mentioned, but always lurking between the lines. The novel as a whole really personifies the title itself- I could feel the claustrophobic aesthetic on every page. And Plath writes Greenwood so effortlessly and fluidly, having her personify the atmosphere I have mentioned. Struggling, but not seeing any way out. So relatable to young women, even today.

I love how you express what I wanted to say.
I also sensed how Slyvia felt claustrophobic in her writing.
It greatly affected me in a way that I can feel her impending doom in the end.
There are parts where I am overwhelmed by how difficult it was for her to function as a human being.

[Dzejn_Crvena]

Of course, the fact that she shouldn't be recommending it meant I had to read it right away!

I am an avid reader of banned books, and there nothing that makes my eyes twinkle other than hearing that I should not read a certain book!
For years, I've been wanting to read The Bell Jar but didn't prioritize it until last year when I had enough time to read during the quarantine. I did not regret reading it, and I highly recommend the book.
(With caution, of course! )
One of my favorites.

[Princewill Uchenna]

I enjoyed it- it felt rather understandable, as I've had a rather unstable life. The book was rather unsettling, I agree, but it felt familiar to me, almost? I don't know, maybe that's why I liked it so much. I don't think it's one I would read again, though.

[Badger Martin]

I was so impressed the authors tackles a social issue as regards women. This made this book unique. This book is capable of getting any reader hooked.

[Onwuesi Promise]

I read this book in high school and I'm not sure I understand it that much. I read it later and understood it was all about the pressure women face in the society. This book will still have impact in the modern world.