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A review by simonmh
The Old Wives' Tale: by Arnold Bennett
reflective
relaxing
sad
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
4.5
I really enjoyed this book that follows two young sisters and how their lives diverge over the course of decades. The book has a sense of humor while still having sympathy for the characters. Something about following the sisters from youth to old age was quite moving to me.
For a book from the very early 1900s, I think it holds up pretty well. It’s very readable and was probably quite progressive for its time.
For a book from the very early 1900s, I think it holds up pretty well. It’s very readable and was probably quite progressive for its time.
Minor: Antisemitism