A review by flowerbinsh
Nadja by André Breton

reflective medium-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? It's complicated

3.25

The first third of the book, I was not impressed at all. It felt like what people think of when they think of a Modernist text—dense, rambling, etc. Once Nadja was introduced, however, I was so intrigued by her character that I wanted to keep reading. Being honest, though, I still am not thoroughly impressed with this narrative. If Nadja had been the narrator and protagonist, I think this book would be so much more interesting and engaging. This book did make me realize, though, that I LOVE surrealism, even if I rarely understand what’s happening.