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3.51 AVERAGE
3.51 AVERAGE
I loved some of the tiny details of the miniature dolls, furniture, clocks etc but the plot was a bit less intricate with some heavy twists. Enjoyed reading about 1600s Holland, made me buy some marzipan!
Many reviewers are disappointed with the lack of resolution/expecting more of an 'answer' the mystery of the miniaturist. I'm not sure if it was because I was prepared for this but I didn't find it frustrating or unsatisfying. There is clearly a mystical/metaphorical element which I'm totally fine with.
I feel like I would have really liked to have done a study group or buddy read for this book as there's things I'd like to explore with it. I plan to read the sequel.
I feel like I would have really liked to have done a study group or buddy read for this book as there's things I'd like to explore with it. I plan to read the sequel.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Hate crime, Homophobia, Religious bigotry, Murder
the atmosphere is brilliant, but the characters are boring and unbelievable to me. It has it's moments but I rushed through the end and I'm glad it's done. probably a nice book for anyone who is Amsterdam-nostalgic or can do with a lot of inner workings and very little actions. it was not for me.
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-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:
Yes
mysterious
medium-paced
Strong character development:
Complicated
dark
informative
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
I was listening on audio format and think I would prefer a hardcover version. Just finished the print version and am glad I took the time to read from beginning to end. Characters were unique and the historical setting was new to me. A surprise ending and resolution.
The author truly manages to capture your attention in a way that propels you forward, making you want to keep on reading, keep on unearthing the secrets laying about. In that way, we the readers become an extension of Nella, our protagonist. However, I feel that by the end of the novel the realisation that most of what we imagined is very shallow and disappointingly simple dampens the whole experience. The narrative isn't bad, but it ultimately proves to be rather watery, not managing to hold up to what it was trying to build.
challenging
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes