Normal People by Sally Rooney
Normal People by Sally Rooney
A Contemporary Irish Coming-of-Age Novel of Class Differences, First Love, and Trinity College
In Carricklea, County Sligo, popular high school football star Connell Waldron and wealthy social outcast Marianne Sheridan begin a secret romantic relationship during their final year of secondary school, hidden due to social pressures and class differences.
When both attend Trinity College Dublin, their social roles invert: Marianne thrives among elite intellectuals while Connell struggles with working-class alienation and depression. Spanning four years, their relationship undergoes complex breakups, emotional dependence, and personal growth.
Why You’ll Love This Book
Sally Rooney's Costa Novel Award-winning bestseller provides an unflinching look at youth culture, intimacy, and class dynamics in modern Ireland. Essential reading for fans of Brandon Taylor, Dolly Alderton, and Raven Leilani.
Book Details
Book Details
ISBN: 9781984822185
Binding: Paperback
Pub Date:
Publisher: Hogarth
Pages: 287
Author:
- Sally Rooney
Language: Engilsh
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