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Can anyone recommend another book with a similar theme? I sort of like the quirky sort of not so nice girl coming of age theme. I enjoyed Problems by Jade Sharma too.
Chelsea Either of Ottessa Moshfegh's novels (Eileen and My Year of Rest and Relaxation). I find her style very similar to Batuman's, albeit more grotesque. …moreEither of Ottessa Moshfegh's novels (Eileen and My Year of Rest and Relaxation). I find her style very similar to Batuman's, albeit more grotesque. (less)
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The Idiot
by Elif Batuman
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