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freshkatsu's review against another edition
3.0
Hustvedt tricks you into thinking that there is some sort of cross generation conspiracy the level of Josef Fritzl. Not that the 'thriller' element of the mystery isn't good, it's just unnecessary and distracting. Similarly, the subplots are more engaging because their subtlety is refreshing compared to the contrived main text. Also, kudos to insightful writing on the contemporary art scene.
sebism's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
theatb's review against another edition
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Siri Hustvedt has an impressing way of finding plot twists in her novels. I appreciate the depictions of art and Hustvedt's psychological insight. Many of Hustvedt's characters seem more fleshed out due to the deeper knowledge that the author showcases.
esmu's review against another edition
4.0
I liked the mood of this book. A quiet and non-action story but somehow still intriguing and captivating.
anator10's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
rasalou's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
slow-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
4.0
toroyaguila's review against another edition
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
No sé si sea útil decir que la prosa de Hustvedt es muy fluida, impecable (seguro también hizo un buen trabajo su traductor/a). Me impresionó la versatilidad con la que el narrador y protagonista cambia los registros de la historia: desde anécdotas con sus pacientes (es psicoanalista), los encuentros con su hermana, su sobrina y las vecinas hasta las memorias de su padre muerto. Creo que lo que más me gustó de esta novela es la sutileza de la construcción de la trama: la influencia de las guerras y la violencia están ahí, tejiendo parte importante de los personajes, pero no lo es todo. Me agradó muchísimo.