A review by alitxe_musatti
Madame Bovary, by Gustave Flaubert

challenging informative reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

This is a French literature classic and it should be, it's importance is undeniable and Flaubert's writing is extraordinary, I surprisingly enjoyed Emma as a character because of all her flaws which the book dissects, despite thinking I'd hate her; I did at times hate her but I always understood her and what she did. However, I did find it a quite heavy and boring read, which is probably how it was intended to be as it perfectly showcases the suffocating nature of the small-town, but I honestly can't say it was a truly enjoyable experience (I should probably add that I read this in French which isn't my first language so that could've impacted my overall experience). 
All in all, I'm glad I read this book so now I can better understand its role and its importance, but I probably won't be revisiting it any time soon. 
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