Reviews

The Ballad and the Source by Rosamond Lehmann

cimorene1558's review against another edition

3.0

Hm. A very odd book in some ways, and somewhat unsatisfying. Incredibly well-written, but I'm not sure who I'm meant to care about or be interested in, ultimately, which I find unsettling. Definitely my least favourite Rosamond Lehmann so far, although in its way it's an incredible book.

kkatherinethegreat's review against another edition

mysterious medium-paced

3.0

charlottesometimes's review against another edition

challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective sad slow-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

3.75

teresareads's review against another edition

dark reflective 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

2.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Abandonment

Moderate: Mental illness and Suicide attempt