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The Claudine Novels by Colette

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meg_xoxo's review against another edition

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emotional reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

ggarsi's review against another edition

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emotional funny sad tense fast-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

emilywebb29's review against another edition

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I could see why this book is seen as seminal but reading it through a contemporary lens I found it hard to not see the figures in the book as character tropes of the period.

miniritzreads's review against another edition

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emotional lighthearted slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character

3.5

crptainkirk's review against another edition

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funny reflective relaxing sad fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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5.0

This was probably one of the most brilliant books I have ever read. Age; it is the most hauntingly beautiful theme within this novel. From the pearl necklace to the dress--the shade of white, the absence of color symbolizes the idea of youth. This novel certainly wells up emotion as you witness this tragic romance through a jeweled lens.