although it was short, cecilia is a treasure of a novella, telling the story of a lost & forbidden desire that triggers a collection of memories to come to the forefront. it is ultimately an exploration of obsession & sexual awakening with beautiful writing & intriguing characters that intertwine effortlessly. i love how there aren’t any chapters, just jumping through the protagonist’s subconscious & breaks down the mystery of her relationship with cecilia. the dichotomy between girlhood & boyhood is also investigated thoroughly, using complex imagery & themes to properly convey the feelings of the characters. although i love the ‘no plot just vibes’ genre, i feel as though the book was too short & quick to develop a deep emotional connection to the characters, after all i did read this in just a few hours. if you’re wanting to try something refreshing from an up & coming author, then this is a book that will tug your own memories out from your childhood.