hannavd's review against another edition
4.0
This novel contains observations on life which are translated in carefully composed beautiful sentences I feel only Natalia Ginzburg can write. Amazing combination of storytelling with hints of prose.
“For loneliness and sorrow were the salvation of the spirit, so at least it said in books and perhaps it was true.”
“All men make you sorry for them if you look at them closely, in fact you ought to be on guard against that excess of compassion which arises suddenly, from looking closely at people.”
“For loneliness and sorrow were the salvation of the spirit, so at least it said in books and perhaps it was true.”
“All men make you sorry for them if you look at them closely, in fact you ought to be on guard against that excess of compassion which arises suddenly, from looking closely at people.”
suzanneelliott_25's review
3.0
3.5 stars
Very much enjoyed, but the dense paragraphs and long run-on sentences made it a slightly difficult read.
But there were real moments of brilliance, would recommend as a historical novel, if not as a perfect reading experience. ✨
Very much enjoyed, but the dense paragraphs and long run-on sentences made it a slightly difficult read.
But there were real moments of brilliance, would recommend as a historical novel, if not as a perfect reading experience. ✨
the_bookworm's review against another edition
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
jhowleywells's review against another edition
funny
informative
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
hotgirlsreadlots's review
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
pivic's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.25
maiireadl's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
okkkkkkk's review
adventurous
funny
informative
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
3.0
ladyk8ie8's review
challenging
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
adventuresofabookworm's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0