A review by ursovrmne
On Beauty by Zadie Smith

emotional funny hopeful informative medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

maybe a 4?? i enjoyed reading this and i loved how Smith touched on so many interesting subjects with such grace. aging, class, race, academia, sex, love. so well done. great writing. just not my fav story ever. lovely characters as well.