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canecat's review against another edition
5.0
One of my favorite books ever. M.M. Kaye provides a great story within a detailed historical context. The author's love of India and her people is clear in every word and detail she writes.
claire_ity's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
kellian901's review
adventurous
challenging
informative
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
palomien's review against another edition
4.0
This book was a journey... I don't know how else to put it. A long, engaging journey through all India, through history of it, through one man's life, through different cultures...
It was a long read and now it seems strange that they went on with their lives with me being unable to follow them. I grew so accostumed to this book.
This is not a book that made my emotions swirl, and there were only 2 parts where I unpatiently read forward due to action, but still I'm happy that I read it, that I witnessed this wonderful tale in the historical and cultural background so good described.
It was a long read and now it seems strange that they went on with their lives with me being unable to follow them. I grew so accostumed to this book.
This is not a book that made my emotions swirl, and there were only 2 parts where I unpatiently read forward due to action, but still I'm happy that I read it, that I witnessed this wonderful tale in the historical and cultural background so good described.
zoer03's review against another edition
I can’t rate this book because I find it a bit dull and too speechy for my liking. It reads too much of dusty historical tomes and is one. To someone who has lived in the Himalayas (Nepal) it was ok.. I just felt like I was being put to sleep. Not impressed.
karabeta's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
booksarebetter's review against another edition
5.0
This book was a struggle for me right from the start. While I was liking the adventure and the characters, it felt as though it went on and on and on. A 1000 pages of epic adventure, romance, and historical fiction at its best. While people adored Gone With The Wind this was the epic I wanted! The writing was lush, beautiful, and detailed.
I know a lot of newer book reviewers might not be enthusiastic about reading this 1000+ page time, but I’m insisting that it’s worth it! The ending is bittersweet, and the characters and setting will sweep you away. From India to England there’s something new to devour from each page.
The story starts with a premature baby being born in winter and the mother dying due to her not used to the fiercely cold winds. The story expands. It touches to n war. Cholera takes the baby-main character-father and uncle’s lives. More are lost. Travels are had.
This book does have it’s horribly sexist moments. While it’s a relic of the time it’s set in, there are certain things that are hugely sexist in the book. There’s dry spells here and there when it feels like nothing happened. And the ending was a slow burn that felt bittersweet; exactly as those on Google and Goodreads both have stated.
I feel as though this, while a hefty tome, is well worth the effort in reading. Especially if you’re a fan of Gone With The Wind and Outlander. This is equally as huge and well written as the pair.
I know a lot of newer book reviewers might not be enthusiastic about reading this 1000+ page time, but I’m insisting that it’s worth it! The ending is bittersweet, and the characters and setting will sweep you away. From India to England there’s something new to devour from each page.
The story starts with a premature baby being born in winter and the mother dying due to her not used to the fiercely cold winds. The story expands. It touches to n war. Cholera takes the baby-main character-father and uncle’s lives. More are lost. Travels are had.
This book does have it’s horribly sexist moments. While it’s a relic of the time it’s set in, there are certain things that are hugely sexist in the book. There’s dry spells here and there when it feels like nothing happened. And the ending was a slow burn that felt bittersweet; exactly as those on Google and Goodreads both have stated.
I feel as though this, while a hefty tome, is well worth the effort in reading. Especially if you’re a fan of Gone With The Wind and Outlander. This is equally as huge and well written as the pair.
happylilkt's review against another edition
4.0
Even though this novel is quite long, it makes quick reading as the setting is exotic and the plot full of adventure. This is one of the best pieces of historical fiction I have read. I will be reading this one again!
joy323's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
applegnreads's review against another edition
4.0
I think I really liked it. I saw it in the library today and it reminded me... ages ago and the book is huge!