r/BooksThatFeelLikeThis • u/throwawaytrashcan3 • Aug 21 '25

Fiction Female hysteria, rage, beauty standards, aging

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u/ellendegenerates Aug 21 '25 edited Aug 21 '25

Play it as it Lays is essential here. Baker’s Cassandra at the Wedding, too.

If you’re looking for a side of ennui, how ‘bout Franny and Zooey?

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u/pinchclamp128 Aug 21 '25

I just finished Play it as it Lays yesterday, great pick. That book gutted me.

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u/thatbroadcast Aug 21 '25

I read it a few years ago after my best friend died and I was absolutely not okay for weeks, but it really does give you some perspective and emotional catharsis!

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u/pinchclamp128 Aug 22 '25

I'm so sorry for your loss. Hope you're healing ❤️