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egould1's review against another edition
4.0
A deep-dive into the world of decorative painting. We follow the creation of Paula as an artist. There is a good bit of commentary on art and ‘copyist’ art, which was interesting. I sometimes struggled with the long sentences and paragraphs, but overall enjoyed this novel.
nahyan's review against another edition
3.0
Beautiful lyrical writing however felt too impersonal and wish the author explored the relationships between Paula and her peers/friends/parents more.
adamfulwiler's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
aqrio's review against another edition
informative
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
katreadsalot's review against another edition
4.0
Such beautiful writing! I feel very invested in painting after reading this one. I will look at movie sets and reproductions in a totally different light.
feli_feli's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
mariebrunelm's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
Paula, Jonas et Kate se rencontrent à l’Institut de peinture de Bruxelles. Là-bas, ils apprennent l’art subtil de la peinture d’illusion. Chêne, marbre, écaille… Sous leurs pinceaux, les surfaces se métamorphosent. En quelques mois, Paula acquiert des techniques qui la mènent de Russie en Italie, perfectionnant son art au fil des commandes jusqu’à ce que nature et création se confondent.
Les romans de Maylis de Kerangal ne ressemblent à aucun autre. Dès les premières lignes, on reconnaît ses phrases sans fin, chaloupées par des virgules qui donnent parfois le tournis. La langue est au cœur de l’histoire, et encore plus quand le récit, comme ici, parle d’art et d’illusion. Dans ce roman tactile, les surfaces en disent plus long que les profondeurs et l’on se plaît à explorer les couches successives qui composent les personnages tout autant que leurs créations.