wmbogart's review against another edition
All four are great, obviously. It's Duras. Some common themes run through the collection - dialogues between people at different stages of life, internal and external speculation about those stages and positions and the possibilities open or closed to each, etc etc. Read chronologically there's a gradual change in approach; The Square is a more austere dialogue relative to some of the lyricism and depth of setting in the latter two novels.
Very worth reading! Don't believe people that throw the whole "minor work" label around.
Very worth reading! Don't believe people that throw the whole "minor work" label around.
mattjc's review against another edition
I only read Moderato Cantabile but intend to go back later to read the others.
lucyblack's review against another edition
5.0
Read ten thirty on a summer night last night with all the windows open and summer smells drifting in. It is beautiful.
bengisue's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
djinnmartini's review against another edition
4.0
lots to unpack re: Duras' relationship with/attitude towards blonde women! can't decide between Moderato Cantabile or 10:30 On A Summer Night as the favorite.
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