A review by ajnsmiths
My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante

emotional reflective sad medium-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? It's complicated

4.0

Chosen the best book of the 21st century by NYT. Too much pressure on it and an honor like that sets expectations too high. It was certainly a very good book, but not a great book in my opinion. It did not take my breath away. Maybe by the time I read the other 3 books in the series I will change my mind sand rate this one higher.