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jomma's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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? It's complicated
4.5
how different the novel actually is from the tv series from 2023. this novel surprised me in many good ways. i am glad it had a happy ending.
emfigiel's review against another edition
4.0
It bothers me that I could tell the difference in the writing from when Wharton ended and the other began. I liked the beginning of the book better. Overall, I thought it was a good and interesting story. I love the tv show so I wonder how much I would’ve liked the book if I had not seen the show first. Although the book and show are very different from each other.
booloney's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Read this after watching the Apple TV show and immediately got the “wow that didn’t even compare to the book retroactive regret…
inkandbooksforever's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
Given the time the book was written in, I think it was pushing forward themes like equality that were not common. I liked the book and especially Nan who ressembles a more modern heroine. The plot was a bit too long at times, but it corresponds with the genre. Themes of duty, honour, social rank, and romance.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Miscarriage
corvingreene's review against another edition
4.0
I read this as part of the Pop Sugar reading challenge for the category "A book recommended by a family member."
4.5 stars.
I really enjoyed most of this book, but it was very evident where Wharton left off. The writing wasn't nearly as elegant at the end.
4.5 stars.
I really enjoyed most of this book, but it was very evident where Wharton left off. The writing wasn't nearly as elegant at the end.
lillianrose30's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
i decided to read this book because i loved the apple tv show that was created based on it, but i quickly learned that the tv show is very loosely based on the characters haha. nonetheless i really did enjoy this book and story. however i’m giving 3.5 stars because it took me a very long time to get through it but i’m glad i did :)
abookolive's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25