palistha's review against another edition
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
3.5
sadiqmuhammad's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
randomgirlmia's review against another edition
4.0
"Indeed, all men live not by what they may intend for their own well-being, but by the love that dwells in others."
sullyisreading's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A good story, an ironic parable on the nature of greed versus need. The story this book features after, What Men Live By, is a wonderful story befitting a Christmas movie adaptation. Reminded me in tone of It's a Wonderful Life, albeit with a different premise. I think I preferred it as a story, however the book as a whole was lovely. Would encourage me to read more of Tolstoy's works.
mahi's review against another edition
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5