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4.13 AVERAGE
4.13 AVERAGE
Although it was quite short, I had to struggle to finish this book. Both heroines were annoying in a different way, the book was a bit repetitive, and the pleasant writing style of the author wasn't quite enough for me. I mostly enjoyed reading it, but it was not up to my elevated expectations (which, as I have repeatedly concluded, are not to my advantage - expect less, never get disappointed). 3,5 stars.
Not really sure what to say about this book. Wonderful writing that kept me on my toes. What it is about? For me, it's a book about paying attention to people. I love the ending! Throughout, Emerence seems so unique, but Sutu is described as very complex and interesting herself. We just weren't paying attention to her. Thus, this book left me thinking all people are unique and worthy.
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Um, I’m sure this book is actually better than my rating. I just got impatient with it. I felt it repetitious at times and it dragged. Emerence is an interesting character but the sort that I would never put up with in real life, hence my impatience with the whole thing. But really, decide for yourself.
emotional
hopeful
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
As personagens da Magda Szabó são marcantes. Tanto esta porteira como a mãe de Iza têm qq coisa de incisivo (talvez fruto dos anos duros que terão vivido) que nos marca.
Astonishing on a material and metaphysical level. Perhaps on all levels, but most of all, a psychological one. I adored this disturbing, moving book. The writing (and trranslation) is exquisite. I will say no more.
I liked this, but didn't love it. Emerence is by far the most interesting character, so I kept reading it for her. The narrator isn't particularly likeable, so it was hard to warm to the story through her. I thought the writing was good, but didn't love the story.
slow-paced