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Does some interesting things with gender, and has a lot of complicated thoughts on religion that I personally enjoyed. Lyndall’s “New Woman” plot leaves a lot to be desired, but she’s a very interesting feminist character.

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maeclegg's review against another edition

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emotional reflective slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

epots's review against another edition

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slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

0.25

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erin_gabrielle's review against another edition

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challenging slow-paced

rmwh's review against another edition

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2.0

I can't place this book as strictly Victorian or even Realist. I was more concerned about the animals than the people, which feels wrong. The characters are flat. The animal cruelty was upsetting. This is not an engaging book if you're looking for plot, either. I thought I was learning something but now I don't know what I got out of this.

steeevie's review against another edition

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dark emotional inspiring reflective sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

roseandisabella's review against another edition

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In memory of Vera and Roland

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