A review by adelekittey
Germinal by Émile Zola
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Graphic: Sexism, Injury/Injury detail, Rape, Sexual assault, Child death, Death, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Violence, and Toxic relationship