A review by mickymouse_007
The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
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? Yes
5.0
so... this was certainly quite a read. thats all that i can say
okay maybe not. I have a lot to say but i just dont know how to say it.
I hated Dorian Gray from the middle of the book to the last page with my everything and that's something i am proud of. However, i still pitied him. It must be horrid to see your soul but thats definitely no excuse for his behavour. like how do you excuse murder?
on that point, i did not see basil's murder or the end coming up. so glad no one ruined for me.
chapter 11 was lengthy but beautifully written. the book is a work of art.
I don't know how i feel about lord henry. i dont hate him.. i just dont like him i guess
loved the book. definitely recommend it (especially you are a highschool english student because there is so many beautiful phrases you can take inspiration from)
okay maybe not. I have a lot to say but i just dont know how to say it.
Spoiler
I hated Dorian Gray from the middle of the book to the last page with my everything and that's something i am proud of. However, i still pitied him. It must be horrid to see your soul but thats definitely no excuse for his behavour. like how do you excuse murder?
on that point, i did not see basil's murder or the end coming up. so glad no one ruined for me.
chapter 11 was lengthy but beautifully written. the book is a work of art.
I don't know how i feel about lord henry. i dont hate him.. i just dont like him i guess
loved the book. definitely recommend it (especially you are a highschool english student because there is so many beautiful phrases you can take inspiration from)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Misogyny, Sexism, and Murder
Moderate: Blood, Injury/Injury detail, and Gore