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Heart of a Dog by Mikhail Bulgakov

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anastasia_okodure's review against another edition

2.0

My first insight into Russian literature. Bought it during lockdown, under the impression that it's a dystopian book. I find Russian literature difficult to digest and not the most enjoyable, to be completely honest. Didn't fully understand the nuances and couldn't understand how it linked to the development of the USSR.

heybubbles's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging funny reflective tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

dogd00d's review against another edition

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5.0

Hilarious! Woof woof five stars!

thriftynymph_'s review against another edition

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4.0

“Now as I walk along the streets I look at every dog I meet with secret horror.”

nugehood's review against another edition

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dark emotional funny reflective sad fast-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? Yes

4.0

There is nothing to say except that this is a great work of fiction involving political satire. Although there seems to be a similar reception to George Orwell's Animal Farm, Heart of a Dog is a different kind. The story is more secluded and focused than Animal Farm; it is much more psychological too, in my opinion.