I really enjoyed the beginning of The Virgin Suicides, as it immediately draws you into the story, and I also found the ending very compelling. However, a large part of the middle felt somewhat drawn out, which made it difficult for me to stay fully engaged. I understand the choice to tell the story from the boys’ collective perspective, but personally, I found it difficult to connect with. While I appreciate the novel’s significance and what it sets out to explore, ultimately, it just wasn’t quite for me.