Normal People, the second novel from Sally Rooney, follows the relationship of two Irish teens, starting in their local school through their time at Trinity College in Dublin.  Their on-again, off-again romantic relationship, which neither one is quite willing to admit to, lasts for years, despite their different social statuses, which reverse as they reach college.

I was only really aware of this book due to an adaptation on Hulu, which I have yet to watch.  These two are very damaged characters, one of whom has reason to be and the other, well, not so much.  It was interesting seeing their relationship shift and grow over time, and, at the end of the day, it was a satisfying read, but I don’t think I’m going to be running out to see what else Rooney has to offer.