Martin Rheaume answers “Loved the book but found Libby as narrator...”

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Loved the book but found Libby as narrator somewhat jarring. I kept forgetting she was the narrator in fact until her voice intruded. And her omniscience was unexplained - any other thoughts on this aspect? Why not just use 3rd person omniscient for each character?

Martin Rheaume I agree and I didn't like that in the end, it's basically revealed that Libby is a stand-in for Taffy and she gives this long monologue on what we're …moreI agree and I didn't like that in the end, it's basically revealed that Libby is a stand-in for Taffy and she gives this long monologue on what we're supposed to take from the book. It's basically the patriarchy's fault that Rachel is crazy.(less)

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by Taffy Brodesser-Akner

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