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222 reviews
The Marriage Portrait, by Maggie O'Farrell
emotional
reflective
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
there are certain writers that just have a penchant for a certain genre, and I think this is true for Maggie O'Farrell and historical fiction. the quality of writing in this book was absolutely phenomenal, as if the words and sentences just floated off the page and created images in my head.
Lucrezia was an absolute treat to read about and may just be one of my favourite historical figures of all time. her quiet power was so inspiring and interesting to read about, especially during a time where women were treated like commodities.
I've seen people talking about how this book is very slow, and in my opinion there's nothing wrong with that. O'Farrell writes so skillfully and beautifully at such a wonderful pace that you can read this book in either one sitting or over the span of a few days.
I really need Maggie O'Farrell to release another book soon because I cant wait!!!!
Lucrezia was an absolute treat to read about and may just be one of my favourite historical figures of all time. her quiet power was so inspiring and interesting to read about, especially during a time where women were treated like commodities.
I've seen people talking about how this book is very slow, and in my opinion there's nothing wrong with that. O'Farrell writes so skillfully and beautifully at such a wonderful pace that you can read this book in either one sitting or over the span of a few days.
I really need Maggie O'Farrell to release another book soon because I cant wait!!!!
People Person, by Candice Carty-Williams
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
I really enjoyed this book! The premise was interesting, the characters were fleshed out, and it was just a really great reading experience
The Sanatorium, by Sarah Pearse
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.75
The main character was absolutely insufferable, the story was SO slow, and the way they found the killer was just not satisfying enough.
King Lear (Wordsworth Classics), by William Shakespeare
5.0
Reading Shakespeare for fun and not for a literature class makes you realize just how funny he is