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sinamile's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This book has the same vibes as "The Time War" in that I don't really know what's going on but I adore it all the same. I loved the main character and the villains and the entire story. Whoa, it's amazing!
Content Warnings
Minor: Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Murder, Gaslighting, and Toxic friendship
leafelf's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I really love this book. So much so that I reread it after only 2 weeks, which is not normal for me.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Confinement
shadow_cat94's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This is a book that really delves into the psyche of the character after they're mad to ask about life's priorities when isolated in a liminal space. The surreal environment captures Piranasi's emotions to a thunderous confrontation that left me shaken from the revelations and the fallout.
The peeling of layers that slowly unveiled the truth of Piranesi and this House were beautifully done. The choice of writing in Perpetua typewriting added to the atmosphere of the story. I think this story will stay with me for a while.
The peeling of layers that slowly unveiled the truth of Piranesi and this House were beautifully done. The choice of writing in Perpetua typewriting added to the atmosphere of the story. I think this story will stay with me for a while.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
Moderate: Confinement, Mental illness, Kidnapping, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Violence, Blood, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
monica_oliv's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
AAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH PIRANESI I LOVE YOU AAAAAAAAAAHHHHHH
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Confinement, Death, Toxic friendship, and Abandonment
Moderate: Torture
Minor: Sexual violence, Violence, and Vomit
seforaflorian's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Gore, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Grief, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , and Gaslighting
dazzy's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing, Death, Gun violence, Mental illness, Sexual assault, Slavery, Violence, Murder, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , and Toxic friendship
meganemarshall's review against another edition
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I don't know how I feel about Piranesi. I feel like it's the kind of book that you have to sit on. I'm still pretty kinda confused after reading. The basic story was obvious the 'mystery' was simple. I am left wondering if I'm missing some big philosophical question that this book poses, which just went completely over my head.
I did enjoy the book. I had a good time reading it. I liked the Labyrinth. I found it to be peaceful, beautiful, and calming. To me, Piranesi was a simpler lifestyle where the focus was survival/needs but overall peaceful. And in comparison Other was modern times - cruel, violent, and chaotic. Maybe it's supposed to be a metaphor for finding peace and a sense of purpose in religion/worship of whoever/whatever. That it's about the act itself, not the specifics.
Or maybe I'm trying to assign a deeper meeting into a book that's supposed to be surface level. Overall, I did like the book even though it's going to give me an existential crisis.
I did enjoy the book. I had a good time reading it. I liked the Labyrinth. I found it to be peaceful, beautiful, and calming. To me, Piranesi was a simpler lifestyle where the focus was survival/needs but overall peaceful. And in comparison Other was modern times - cruel, violent, and chaotic. Maybe it's supposed to be a metaphor for finding peace and a sense of purpose in religion/worship of whoever/whatever. That it's about the act itself, not the specifics.
Or maybe I'm trying to assign a deeper meeting into a book that's supposed to be surface level. Overall, I did like the book even though it's going to give me an existential crisis.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Kidnapping, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Death, Mental illness, and Murder
Minor: Gun violence, Violence, and Vomit
bbmaan's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Slavery, Violence, Kidnapping, Murder, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, and Abandonment
astoriareader's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
SYNOPSIS
- I don’t want to spoil anything about the book. Usually, I write a very short synopsis in my own words for all of my reviews. For this one, I am going to depart from my usual & urge you to not read the plot description. Go into this book as blind as possible. Trust me, fellow reader 💕
MY THOUGHTS
- The beginning is confusing, but I beg you to stick with it. Try to go into this book as blind as possible. As you go through the book, the mystery and the confusion slowly recedes, and it all comes together.
- Only 250 pages.
- Mix of genres: magical realism, fantasy, mystery.
- Themes: religion, loneliness, identity, belonging, home.
- The writing is beautiful, unique, imaginative, dreamy, and flower. I can’t wait to read more of Susanna Clarke’s work. This book is a masterclass in plotting, pacing, storytelling, & point of view — simply exquisite.
- Narrated in 1st person by Piranesi, the main character. He is soooo well written, likable, & developed. He has a certain childlike innocence about him, and he’s so endearing.
- The story itself is so unique & thought-provoking. As it develops, it is like seeing puzzle pieces move together, which I loved!
TL;DR: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️masterpiece. unique & beautiful story. a masterclass in plotting, pacing, storytelling, & point of view — simply exquisite.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Kidnapping, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Death, Gun violence, and Violence
Minor: Vomit
jazjoyner91's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This book was mesmerizing. Clarke's weaves a story that sucks you in amd keeps you guessing. I was often in awe of how beautifully she described the locations. I say read this book as soon as possible.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Kidnapping, and Murder