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A review by marywahlmeierbracciano
The Rachel Incident by Caroline O'Donoghue
challenging
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The Rachel Incident. I rolled my eyes at the title at first, but once I’d read the climactic scene, it suddenly became a perfect fit. This is the hilarious and heartfelt story of platonic soulmates, and the writing is so fast-paced and witty that I never wanted to put it down. With undeniable humor leading the way, O’Donoghue joins the intricate character relationships of Sally Rooney with the harsh realities of late aughts/early 2010s Ireland—recession, barriers to reproductive care, homophobia. This book is so good it makes me want to squeal and do a little dance and also read everything else Caroline O’Donoghue has written.
Graphic: Infidelity, Miscarriage, Medical content, and Alcohol
Moderate: Drug use, Homophobia, Infertility, Sexual content, Terminal illness, Grief, Abortion, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
Minor: Chronic illness and Vomit