A review by maapestaartje
Ghosts by Henrik Ibsen

challenging dark emotional sad 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

3.75

Although it can be read as a continuation of A Doll's House, I do not think that it has the same emotional impact as A Doll's House, nor it's interesting open ending. Like Hedda Gabler, it has a closed ending, but  Hedda Gabler's end feels more emotionally satisfying than Ghost's end. If you're a fan of Ibsen, I would definitely recommend it, but if you're looking for your first Ibsen play, I suggest you read A Doll's House or Hedda Gabler first. 
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