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A review by leahreadsstuff
The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde
challenging
dark
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
5.0
Sharply and caustically witty. The use of language is lovely, descriptive and vivid. There were so many things that I wanted to highlight or write down, so many moments of astute social commentary and so many beautifully worded one liners. It’s an elegant, considered piece of writing.
The vapidity and lack of purpose in the environment creates a sense of unease that eats at the mood like mold. The dehumanization of Dorian Gray by Henry at the beginning is distinctly uncomfortable, and reveals some interesting thoughts on the idea of beauty and morality. Youth and hedonism are the fixation, and it colors every element of the book.
The characters are fascinating, and incredibly flawed. The callous narcissism, cruelty and manipulation, as well as the total disregard for humanity was striking. Each person was formed vividly and in some cases, terrifyingly.
I was more disturbed by this book than I thought possible. It lingered with me after I came to the end. The incredible use of language and the creeping horror of this story were masterful, and the ending was perfect.
The vapidity and lack of purpose in the environment creates a sense of unease that eats at the mood like mold. The dehumanization of Dorian Gray by Henry at the beginning is distinctly uncomfortable, and reveals some interesting thoughts on the idea of beauty and morality. Youth and hedonism are the fixation, and it colors every element of the book.
The characters are fascinating, and incredibly flawed. The callous narcissism, cruelty and manipulation, as well as the total disregard for humanity was striking. Each person was formed vividly and in some cases, terrifyingly.
I was more disturbed by this book than I thought possible. It lingered with me after I came to the end. The incredible use of language and the creeping horror of this story were masterful, and the ending was perfect.