I was skeptical, but became convinced. It is painfully relatable, presents beautifully written observations and very steamy at times. The book's contents of everyday life and interpersonal relationships could quickly become meaningless, but Rooney managed to make one care. The biggest issue is with the characters; their backstories and motivations remain slightly underexplored and inaccessible, caused by the detached, observational perspective of the narration. This is an issue for a novel about 4 people and their relations