617 pages • first pub 1881 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780451530523
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Signet Book
Publication date: 03 July 2007
Description
The Portrait of a Lady is Henry James's classic novel featuring the strong and spirited Isabel Archer, the embodiment of women's independence and strength. The heroine of this powerful novel, often considered James's greatest work, is the vivaciou...
Community Reviews Summary of 3,057 reviews
Moods
emotional 54%
sad 44%
challenging 36%
tense 14%
dark 12%
funny 9%
hopeful 9%
adventurous 6%
informative 6%
mysterious 6%
relaxing 6%
lighthearted 4%
inspiring 2%
Pace
medium 13%
fast 1%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 83% | A mix: 15%Strong character development?
Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 7%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 45% | Yes: 35% | No: 18%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 79% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 5%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, DeathModerate
Child death, Sexism, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Miscarriage, Infidelity, Misogyny
617 pages • first pub 1881 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780451530523
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Signet Book
Publication date: 03 July 2007
Description
The Portrait of a Lady is Henry James's classic novel featuring the strong and spirited Isabel Archer, the embodiment of women's independence and strength. The heroine of this powerful novel, often considered James's greatest work, is the vivaciou...
Community Reviews Summary of 3,057 reviews
Moods
emotional 54%
sad 44%
challenging 36%
tense 14%
dark 12%
funny 9%
hopeful 9%
adventurous 6%
informative 6%
mysterious 6%
relaxing 6%
lighthearted 4%
inspiring 2%
Pace
medium 13%
fast 1%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 83% | A mix: 15%Strong character development?
Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 7%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 45% | Yes: 35% | No: 18%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 79% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 5%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, DeathModerate
Child death, Sexism, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Miscarriage, Infidelity, Misogyny