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thepageunfolds's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
ypsilonmciv's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
elizajstocks's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
bergsteiger's review against another edition
2.0
This book reminded me of Dickens at his worst--verbosity, political commentary, horribly predictable plot line, and a too neatly tied together ending. However, the one thing this book lacks that Dickens shines at, is any sort of solid characterization or creation of empathy for those characters. I now have a strong desire to re-read "The Three Musketeers" and "The Count of Monte Cristo", because as an adolescent I read both of these and loved them. This book is not as well known, and in my opinion, with good reason. I love older novels but I couldn't truly recommend this book to anyone unless they were a student of this era. Two stars because I learned some historical facts I didn't know and because I'm feeling generous.
avery_havilliard's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
bookingonsunshine's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
deathsweetblossom's review against another edition
5.0
The most fun I’ve ever had with a classic, I think. I laughed out loud, I cringed in horror, I despaired when the heroes were foiled, I swooned at their growing love.
Glad to call this a new favorite.
Glad to call this a new favorite.
dashie's review against another edition
5.0
Dumas' writing is impeccable and timeless. You could be reading it in any era and find it utterly charming and relatable. How did he do it? This will go down as yet another of my favourites, though there was no juicy revenge plot.
verydazedragon's review against another edition
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I have never read a book about a guy in love with the flower. But there is a first time for everything. Not bad.