A review by njhokie14
My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante

challenging dark sad 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? Yes

2.75

I cant decide on my rating. The beginning was difficult to get in to and various characters confused me. I had to stop trying to remember who was related to who and what each persons job was. The end has me reeling. I am unsettled. I will need to read the next book in the quartet.
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