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emotional
reflective
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? Yes
4.5
The lovability of the characters (even as I was shouting for them to stop being stupid, on occasion) made the whole read worth it. I find it rare to be so engaged in an older novel, like I was with this one. I'm not sure how likely I am to reread this, but I'd definitely keep it on my shelf.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Miscarriage, and Sexism
Moderate: Racism and Sexual harassment