What is the author's style in the story, Color and Light?

The language in the story, Color and Light, is generally accessible and straightforward. This style is emblematic of Sally Rooney's larger authorial and thematic trends: she is interested in portraying realistic people living realistic lives, and the language of her writing, therefore, mirrors this realism. The straightforward nature of the language also underscores the story's investment in portraying the difficulty inherent to getting to know someone, as readers and characters alike find themselves attempting to interpret and draw meaning from seemingly simple expressions.