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Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky

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elreyturco's review against another edition

2.0

Since I was a kid, Dostoyevsky was an author that was glorified even by those who didn't read him. However, I might disagree about the depth of this novel. Raskolnikov is a petty character whose ideas shouldn't be praised or followed, and in no case used as excuses for any kind of crime. The "common-ness" of his ideas and the baneful explanation that he gives to justify it make the novel superficial, horrible.

kofireads29's review against another edition

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5.0

Great novel. Fyodor Dostoevsky knows how the mind works. Great characters as well who you feel empathy with. Highlights the theme of Alienation, Faith, poverty, and family well. A must-read book for all book lovers. 4.5 Stars

aisabel_'s review against another edition

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challenging dark reflective sad tense slow-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? Yes

4.5

emselilly's review against another edition

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5.0

Amazing!! I can't believe I haven't read this classic before, and now I'm looking forward to reading more Dostoevsky, it's so interesting and bold and thought provoking

shibbypills's review against another edition

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It took me a while to read this, and honestly I have just never read anything like this before. The deliriousness of it all and the magnanimity of actually finishing it.....sigh. It strongly feels like a book that will offer something each time you read it, so there is a definite possibility of revisit, cause lord that was something.

ivoreads's review against another edition

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3.75

Bad translation. OK narrative. Confusing most of the time, even individuals who was not the one in delirium. Author mentioned that happiness is bought with suffering - I can see that this was the intention, but nonetheless not so well achieved, nor do I believe so to be the case.