To realize such profound mental health issues back when it was deeply misunderstood makes this writing quite remarkable.

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The narrator's decent into psychosis is done perfectly. I love how you slowly see them lose their bearings more and more and more. The character's focus on the yellow wallpaper was such a cool and interesting way to contrast and depict her mental health deteriorating. I really enjoyed this short book. I had no idea that resting was used as a medical treatment for mental illnesses. Very easy to see how this had the reverse effect for a variety of mental disorders.

Really liked this book, her story kind of reminded me of Jane Eyre's tale in some ways . I think this story highlights how women can loose themselves in their drive to please the patriarchy, but also how in control it is. Great read though ...

An interesting, quick read that dives into a woman’s reality, although so hidden from society- a status that ought to be obtained to save only those who truly do not understand the complexities of PPD. A courageous circumstance of woman fighting for her power-and freedom- back.

The most astounding part of this whole story is how subtle the woman’s descent into madness is, how Gilman uses an unreliable narrator to force the reader to question what events are true and which are not. I had a lovely time, possibly one of the best short reads I’ve had the pleasure of embarking upon.

I felt really sympathetic towards the narrator. Fascinating to read. I found the journal format quite charming and personal, I think it would be fairly relatable for anyone who has experience with mental health issues.

Not what I expected honestly

I’ve read this book so many times now and each time it continues to hook me in like the yellow wallpaper it’s about.

The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman offers a haunting critique of historical treatment methods for women’s mental health, particularly the oppressive “rest cure.” This vivid story follows a woman prescribed isolation and inactivity to “recover” from postpartum depression—measures that ultimately drive her deeper into psychosis. Through her growing obsession with the patterns in her wallpaper, Gilman illustrates how enforced isolation worsens mental illness and reveals the devastating effects of medical practices grounded in patriarchal control rather than compassionate care. As relevant now as it was in Gilman’s time, this story highlights the critical need for holistic, inclusive approaches to mental health.