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captainbella's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-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
4.5
bougies_et_etoiles's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this book from page one. Seeing through the eyes of an author as skilled as Isabel Allende who the mysterious masked man with his marvelous black steed was in his youth was unforgettable. I truly heart this book for the obvious dedication Allende put into this book by writing about the Native Americans' culture and traditions and the political settings of the time. I definitely recommend this book for anyone who wants to read about how a hero became the hero they are today. This book is another one of my favorites from this year of 2017.
showell's review against another edition
2.0
I can't believe I'm only giving two stars to an Allende novel. But while I am unwilling to stop reading this novel, I'm also not particularly enjoying it. Don't much care for the narrator's voice. Too many cliches & too much exposition, with the result that the novel feels shallow and forced to me.
nuthatch's review against another edition
I gave this book a chance but 60 pages in I gave up. It just didn't keep my interest. I have loved other books by this author.
papidoc's review
4.0
I lived in Chile for a couple of years shortly after the "golpe" or revolution that deposed Salvador Allende, the Communist dictator at the time. Since then, I have kept my eye on Chile, and have found reasons to return from time to time, especially with their economic and educational expansion over the past 15 years.
Isabel Allende, the author of this rendition of the legend of Zorro, is Salvador Allende's daughter, and has become an internationally acclaimed novelist. Though I have dipped into several of her other books, this is the only one that I enjoyed enough to keep reading through to the end. It is an entertaining tale of Zorro, considerably different than most other versions of the legend, and with considerable background detail regarding the cultures and events that took place in Spain and early It is more novel than history, but it works well.
Isabel Allende, the author of this rendition of the legend of Zorro, is Salvador Allende's daughter, and has become an internationally acclaimed novelist. Though I have dipped into several of her other books, this is the only one that I enjoyed enough to keep reading through to the end. It is an entertaining tale of Zorro, considerably different than most other versions of the legend, and with considerable background detail regarding the cultures and events that took place in Spain and early It is more novel than history, but it works well.
ticha_bugalho's review against another edition
4.0
"Zorro" offers a wonderful portrayal of Diego de La Vega's early life, skillfully blending legend and history to create a captivating narrative. Zorro's enduring influence on popular culture is evident, shaping it for most of a century. Isabel Allende's treatment of genuine historical events and settings adds an extra layer of authenticity to the tale, enriching the reader's experience. Allende seamlessly weaves together elements from various genres, creating a story that evolves and shifts its profile as the plot progresses. This dynamic approach contributes to the book's uniqueness and kept me engaged throughout the journey.
melohpa's review against another edition
2.0
See my review at https://topplingbookpile.blogspot.com/2018/12/zorro-by-isabel-allende-historical.html