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heather_freshparchment's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-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
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Cursing, Death, Homophobia, Pedophilia, Rape, Suicide, Xenophobia, Antisemitism, Grief, Murder, and Classism
jil_m's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
sad
tense
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? It's complicated
5.0
A gracefully and powerful written book that shows the truth of the 1600-1700s.
Quick summary (no major spoilers) :
We follow Benjamin, a man grown up in a family who is full of culture and class. Together with Edgar, his brother, he travels through Europe to encounter many useful people for the company of their father; which they are suppose to lead in the future. Quickly, he encounters a way more critical man, Mr. Lavelle. Everyone quite disguise him, including Edgar. Though Benjamin is more likely to be intrigued. The three men continue their long awaited travel and slowly find their way in Europe. But the more Lavelle makes his way into Benjamin’s life, the more Edgar is losing him.
My review:
I found this to be very interesting to read. Most people are likely to follow societies opinion, because that is what is most trusted. However, a Lavelle doesn’t. We get a fresh sense of critic on difference aspects of the world; culture, family, love, power and money.
We see how society looks at the way of love they proceed to give to eachother. And how they experience love within their relationship themselves.
However, in some ways I can see why people wouldn’t like this book. It is very graphic on some sensitive and intimate subjects. I’d definitely recommend looking at the trigger list before reading this. Plus, the way this thinking is introduced and told in this book, is not exactly for everyone. But, despite these critic points, I found this book to be very enjoyable and reflective to read. Strong opinions in a graceful manner of writing.
Thank you :))
Quick summary (no major spoilers) :
We follow Benjamin, a man grown up in a family who is full of culture and class. Together with Edgar, his brother, he travels through Europe to encounter many useful people for the company of their father; which they are suppose to lead in the future. Quickly, he encounters a way more critical man, Mr. Lavelle. Everyone quite disguise him, including Edgar. Though Benjamin is more likely to be intrigued. The three men continue their long awaited travel and slowly find their way in Europe. But the more Lavelle makes his way into Benjamin’s life, the more Edgar is losing him.
My review:
I found this to be very interesting to read. Most people are likely to follow societies opinion, because that is what is most trusted. However, a Lavelle doesn’t. We get a fresh sense of critic on difference aspects of the world; culture, family, love, power and money.
We see how society looks at the way of love they proceed to give to eachother. And how they experience love within their relationship themselves.
However, in some ways I can see why people wouldn’t like this book. It is very graphic on some sensitive and intimate subjects. I’d definitely recommend looking at the trigger list before reading this. Plus, the way this thinking is introduced and told in this book, is not exactly for everyone. But, despite these critic points, I found this book to be very enjoyable and reflective to read. Strong opinions in a graceful manner of writing.
Thank you :))
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Cursing, Death, Homophobia, Pedophilia, Sexual content, Suicide, Violence, Grief, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail