A review by lwhittle
One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez

adventurous lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

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

3.75

I respect this book as a piece of literature, but at the same time didn’t find it an overly enjoyable read. The writing was abstract and removed to the extent that few if any plot points felt impactful. Reading it felt as if I going through the motions of a winding and directionless narrative without any clear points or conclusions.

The reflections on Colombia’s history and ongoing issues, the indirect criticisms interlaced in this multi-generational epic, make it a worthwhile read, but don’t expect a thrilling or engaging read.