BOOK BRIEF

Sympathy

Olivia Sudjic
Guide cover placeholder

Sympathy

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

Book Brief

Sparkles iconBeta
Olivia Sudjic

Sympathy

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

New York City • 2010s

Topic
LGBTQ+

US History
Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Roundup icon

Super Short Summary

Sympathy by Olivia Sudjic explores themes of identity and connection through the lens of social media. It follows a young woman's immersion in the digital world as she navigates complex relationships and the impact of technology on personal interactions. The narrative delves into the protagonist's psychological journey and the blurred boundaries between the virtual and real-life experiences.

Mysterious

Emotional

Dark

Unnerving

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

3.2

1,310 ratings

38%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

29%

Not a fan

Roundup icon

Review Roundup

Olivia Sudjic's Sympathy is lauded for its gripping exploration of technology, identity, and obsession. Reviewers praise Sudjic's intricate narrative and compelling character development. However, some critique the plot's complexity and pacing as challenging. Overall, it’s a provocative debut that captivates with its contemporary themes and intricate prose.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Sympathy?

A fan of Sympathy by Olivia Sudjic likely enjoys literary fiction with themes of obsession, identity, and the impact of digital culture. Readers who appreciate Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and The Circle by Dave Eggers may find this book compelling, as it mixes personal intricacies with modern technology.

3.2

1,310 ratings

38%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

29%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

New York City • 2010s

Topic
LGBTQ+

US History
Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Buy This Book

We’re just getting started

Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!