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A review by venla_reads
The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde
2.0
Why do so many classics have the most interesting premise and the most boring execution? I think the story itself is really intriguing, and I really wanted to like the book, but it just wasn't for me. It's all dialogue and zero action/plot, it focuses on unnecessary things and everything Harry says is so annoying and sexist that I wanted to throw the book across the room.
I appreciate the language and writing - there were many passages I would've highlighted, if I'd had my own copy of the book - but what I look for in a book is compelling characters and flowing storytelling, and this one had neither.
I appreciate the language and writing - there were many passages I would've highlighted, if I'd had my own copy of the book - but what I look for in a book is compelling characters and flowing storytelling, and this one had neither.