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koutsoukoutou's review against another edition
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
3.0
Man, the ending pissed me off
Edit: Had to read this for class, and now that I've also read some articles on the novel I can kinda see what Richardson was trying to do, but still, not a novel for someone who cares about plot
Edit: Had to read this for class, and now that I've also read some articles on the novel I can kinda see what Richardson was trying to do, but still, not a novel for someone who cares about plot
hopegreen's review against another edition
1.0
a truly agonising read for me and every single other student in my online lecture hall. my virtue in having the strength to finish this monstrosity was very much not rewarded. i understand its historical significance, but putting it on our reading list for week 3 was a crime.
shroomgirl420's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
cami19's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
1.0
ula_mizhir's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
tense
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? It's complicated
5.0
ipanzica's review against another edition
1.0
This is the most stomach-churning, horrifying, despicable book that I ever read. If this book wasn't a romance and instead a horror novel showcasing a politically and financially powerful pedophile's obsession with his underage employee, Pamela. Everything that this monster did in this book was so horrifyingly cruel and evil that is hard to not be upset while reading this. Throughout this book, Pamela was assaulted, insulted, controlled, spied on, and gaslighted by not only the "male love interest" but also the people under his employment and influence. This made the last half of the book equally as horrible to read since So this is a disturbing read that only gets worse and worse. If the goal of this book was to disgust and disturb the reader, I would have given it three stars, but that is the opposite of this book's goal.
I also hated how many times Pamela got in trouble for attacking the "male love interest's" honor and reputation by telling other people the horrible things happening to her in the nicest ways possible.
Spoiler
Pamela's one ally tries to trick her into marrying him, then she starts suffering mentally, succumbs to Stockholms syndrome, and marries her abuser.I also hated how many times Pamela got in trouble for attacking the "male love interest's" honor and reputation by telling other people the horrible things happening to her in the nicest ways possible.
rinchapter's review
challenging
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
One of the worst books I've had the displeasure to read. I fear even the most dreadful story will seem appealing after this. It being one of the first novels is not a redeeming quality in any way, and I do not understand how someone might base their rating on that.