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ruthielin's review against another edition
reflective
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
3.0
This book was pretty slow paced but a reflective read.
quixotic's review against another edition
lighthearted
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
2.0
kaitays's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Although fiction, I read it for a class and so I didn’t finish it nor was I all that interested. However, I do remember it being a simple but elegant novel for all that I read. Very nice descriptors of the surroundings, life, inner thoughts. I liked it.
Would Purchase?: No
Would Purchase?: No
aaillujj_'s review against another edition
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
small_emile's review against another edition
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
2.0
bittersweet_symphony's review against another edition
3.0
Ishiguro writes a quiet story from the perspective of a dutiful butler whose life is centered around his station in the prestigious home of an English lord. It is a pleasant read revealing to its audience the subtleties of etiquette, manners and "dignity" in early 20th century England. Mr. Stevens has no existence outside of his service to Lord Darlington. A character so far from my own temperament, I appreciated the time spent inside the conscience of a butler.
Post-WWI and Post -WWII serve as backdrops for the inner life of Mr. Stevens. While monumental events, and plotting characters surround Darlington Hall, as they discuss the fate of Europe, Mr. Stevens is entirely focused on living in a manner which is fitting of his station. I felt some respect and sadness for his lifestyle. He lived in a truly honorable and stable way, albeit one where his individuality is lost; his sense of self is almost completely underdeveloped, or rather, obsessed with the virtue of dignity.
The Remains of the Day doesn't come close to rivaling Never Let Me Go, but follows a similar story arc. The novel is uneventful, but if the reader is patient, a pleasant reward waits on the final few pages. Ishiguro has crafted an intricate and authentic novel.
Post-WWI and Post -WWII serve as backdrops for the inner life of Mr. Stevens. While monumental events, and plotting characters surround Darlington Hall, as they discuss the fate of Europe, Mr. Stevens is entirely focused on living in a manner which is fitting of his station. I felt some respect and sadness for his lifestyle. He lived in a truly honorable and stable way, albeit one where his individuality is lost; his sense of self is almost completely underdeveloped, or rather, obsessed with the virtue of dignity.
The Remains of the Day doesn't come close to rivaling Never Let Me Go, but follows a similar story arc. The novel is uneventful, but if the reader is patient, a pleasant reward waits on the final few pages. Ishiguro has crafted an intricate and authentic novel.
sangxia's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Well crafted story of a quintessential and somewhat outdated English butler Stevens remembering his life on a road trip in the countryside. Enjoyed the buildup of internal tension as the trip goes on, with him debating the worth of his career, and, in a subtly painful tone expressing doubts and regrets and uncertainty about the emptiness ahead. The language and the voice is perfect for the story.
simplycelestial's review against another edition
reflective
slow-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? It's complicated
3.75