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Conversations with Friends

'Brilliant, funny and startling.' GUARDIAN
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Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney explores the lives of two Dublin college students, Frances and Bobbi, who forge an unexpected and complex connection with an older married couple, Melissa and Nick. Through witty dialogue and intricate relationships, the novel delves into themes of friendship, love, and personal identity.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy intricate character studies and contemporary relationships. It delves into the complexities of friendship, love, and identity, offering sharp, witty dialogue and a fresh perspective on modern life.

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Conversations with Friends

A sharply intelligent novel about friendship, lust, jealousy, and the unexpected complications of adulthood in the 21st century.

The critically-acclaimed debut novel by Sally Rooney.

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From the bestselling author of Normal People, now a major TV series, comes a profoundly captivating novel, Conversations with Friends. Set against the vibrant backdrop of modern-day Dublin, this sharply insightful debut explores the complexities of friendship, love, and the intricate dance of human relationships.

Frances is a cool-headed and darkly observant young woman, navigating the tumultuous waters of early adulthood. While vaguely pursuing a career in writing, she studies in Dublin alongside her best friend and former lover, the beautiful and endlessly self-possessed Bobbi. The pair forms a dynamic duo, performing spoken-word poetry together at local cafes and bars, where their performances resonate with their unique chemistry and intertwined histories.

One night, after a particularly stirring performance, they catch the eye of Melissa, an influential and well-known photographer. As Frances and Bobbi are gradually drawn into Melissa's glamorous and sophisticated world, they are both captivated by her elegant lifestyle and her handsome, enigmatic husband, Nick. What begins as an amusing and ironic flirtation between Frances and Nick slowly intensifies into a deep and complex intimacy, further complicating Frances's already tangled relationships.

As Frances attempts to maintain her seemingly controlled life, her relationships increasingly resist her grasp, spiralling into unexpected territories. Her connection with Nick becomes more consuming and unpredictable, while her bond with Bobbi starts to fracture. Additionally, Frances struggles to manage her turbulent relationship with her difficult and unhappy father, adding another layer of emotional turmoil.

Desperate to reconcile her intellectual certainties with the raw desires and vulnerabilities of her body, Frances finds herself surrendering to a new, painful, and disorienting way of living in the moment. Rooney's writing, marked by precision and a sly sense of humour, deftly portrays the uncertain and often messy landscape of youth and female friendship.

Conversations with Friends is wonderfully alive to the pleasures and dangers of youth, skillfully navigating the contours of modern relationships and the fractured yet fervent connections that define our lives. Sally Rooney crafts a narrative that is both intimate and expansive, offering readers a deeply emotional yet highly relatable journey through the hearts and minds of her vividly imagined characters.

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Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney has been widely praised for its sharp, intelligent dialogue and nuanced depiction of relationships. Reviewers appreciate Rooney's exploration of complex emotions and the intricacies of friendship and intimacy. However, some note that the characters can be difficult to empathise with at times. Overall, it is celebrated for its wit and insightful commentary on modern relationships.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571333134

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 292g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Sally Rooney was born in the west of Ireland in 1991. Winner of the Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year Award in 2017, she studied English at Trinity College, Dublin, and her writing has been featured in The Dublin Review, The Stinging Fly, and Granta.

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