A review by dr_dr_olshakes
Dracula by Bram Stoker

dark emotional sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

Reread this in anticipation of the new Nosferatu film coming out. It is, as always, a terrific read, though a little slow. My heart breaks for some many of these characters, in particular Lucy's story and death. I also got teary-eyed about Quincy. I too love Madam Mina. These characters have so much heart, and you learn to care about them all so much. They each have a surprising complexity that keeps the momentum going through some of the more boring stretches. 

All the usual caveats hold true. It's racist, it's sexist, it's xenophobic, etc. But, it's a darn good yarn.