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foldingthepage_kayleigh's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
All of rhese stories were beautifully written. Katherine Mansfield takes the reader on a journey through the characters’ daily lives, delving into their inner thoughts and perceptions in such an immersive manner that fosters empathy and connection. I especially liked the first 3 stories: Bliss, Mr Reginald Peacock’s Day and Pictures.
I read this through the Audrey app, which featured a guide to expand your understanding of and connections to classic works of literature. The guide helped to pull out some pieces I wouldn’t have noticed (e.g. the fashion) and helped to highlight the important symbols in the story. I especially liked the art and voice notes that accompanied each story. I’ll definitely use this app in the future as I feel like it really helped me to enjoy the stories more.
If you do listen to this book, I’d really recommend the Juliet Stevenson edition. Her expert narration shows off her acting chops, making you wanting to listen and re-listen to these stories just to hear the nuances in her voice.
If you do listen to this book, I’d really recommend the Juliet Stevenson edition. Her expert narration shows off her acting chops, making you wanting to listen and re-listen to these stories just to hear the nuances in her voice.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual harassment, Infidelity, and Misogyny
teeclecticreads's review against another edition
3.75
I’m really grateful that I was chosen by the Audrey team to be an Audrey reviewer. I’ve enjoyed the listen-alongs that I’ve done in the past and this is no different. I can admit that I’m not a major fan of classics so some of these stories didn’t particular pique my interest. However, I love the format of a collection of short stories with the accompaniment of guides to give fascinating information at the end of each.
The research that went into these is commendable and I think Mr Reginald Peacock’s Day, Pictures, and The Little Governess were the most memorable.
The research that went into these is commendable and I think Mr Reginald Peacock’s Day, Pictures, and The Little Governess were the most memorable.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Infidelity
alexutzu's review against another edition
dark
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
The edition that I have listened to had six stories, out of which the most interesting to me were "Pictures" and "The Little Governess". I liked the feminist theme of Mansfield's collection, mostly related to the difficult situations of different women. What I did not enjoy though was the style - it was not really my thing, and the characters were not that interesting either. The narrator did not hook me that much either, but I liked the guide and notes from Audrey's audiobook version.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual harassment and Infidelity
kairhone's review against another edition
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual harassment and Infidelity
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