Sally Rooney's Normal People is a contemporary novel following Marianne and Connell as their relationship evolves from high school through college and beyond. Through precise, economical prose, Rooney explores class, desire, and the ways we shape ourselves for others. The novel becomes a meditation on intimacy, power dynamics, and the difficulty of truly knowing another person, even when we love them.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Rooney refuses to sentimentalize love or relationships. This novel reminds us that the most interesting stories are often about ordinary people navigating complicated feelings, and that restraint can be more powerful than excess.

DETAILS: • Author: Sally Rooney • Publisher: Crown Publishing Group (NY) • Format: Paperback • Publication Date: February 18, 2020 • ISBN: 9781984822185 • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days