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3.68 AVERAGE
3.68 AVERAGE
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This is some of the most utterly beautiful writing I've ever read and I am also emotionally devastated. This is one that's going to stick with me in the long term. However, f*ck Alec D'urberville and f*ck Angel Clare, Tess deserved better than both of you men in her life. Tess deserved better than any of the hell she went through at the hands of these two wastes of space.
I understand the values of this novel within its context. However, I found the book a little slow. Tess is an excellent reflection on shifting Victorian values.
Not a feel good book, but beautifully written and gives you a lot of food for thought.
challenging
dark
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
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:
Yes
The characters feel very real, and I really felt for Tess. That said, the ending feels a little like Hardy ran out of steam
I have never been more grateful for my English GCSE holy shit it is so sad but it is a must read.
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Such a wonderful book. Hardy creates a compelling and sympathetic portrait of Tess, while also strongly portraying the world and social rules around her. Its depiction of rape and its aftermath (sadly) still feels incredibly relevant and contemporary.