60 pages 2 hours read

Mona Awad

Bunny

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Bunny by Mona Awad follows Samantha Mackey, a 25-year-old fiction writer seeking an MFA at Warren University, where she reluctantly joins a clique of mean girls called the Bunnies who blend cuteness, sex, and violence through magical realism, ultimately blurring the lines between art and reality in a bizarre elite academic setting. The source material references sexual misconduct and graphic depictions of animal abuse.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Mona Awad’s Bunny has received praise for its imaginative, genre-blending narrative and dark humor. While readers appreciate its unique storytelling and commentary on friendship and creativity, some found the plot confusing and characters unrelatable. Overall, it’s a polarizing, thought-provoking read that has sparked significant discussion.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Bunny?

Readers who enjoy Bunny by Mona Awad are likely fans of dark academia, psychological thrillers, and satirical takes on social group dynamics. They might also appreciate works like The Secret History by Donna Tartt or Her Body and Other Parties by Carmen Maria Machado for their blend of literary fiction with unsettling and surreal elements.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Fantasy

Magical Realism

Themes

Relationships: Friendship

Emotions/Behavior: Loneliness

Values/Ideas: Art