3.58k reviews for:

Povere Creature!

Alasdair Gray

3.95 AVERAGE

carsync's review against another edition

4.0

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I genuinely have NEVER read a book like that... I have no clue what happened. How interesting! How graphic!

jo_vujackson's review against another edition

4.0

adventurous emotional mysterious fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

sofiacaloia's review against another edition

5.0

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I need time to collect my thoughts.

opiumtea's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous dark funny mysterious reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

annoying_bookworm's review against another edition

3.75

challenging mysterious reflective

rootinntootin's review against another edition

4.0

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Most of the book fails to overtake the movie, but the ending is terrific.

I believe it would have been a 5 star review had I not seen the movie in advance. Probably best to be read prior to the movie, as with most.

travelling_the_blue's review against another edition

4.75

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful lighthearted sad tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

amoebafawn's review against another edition

4.25

reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

sunrisingoverdawn's review against another edition

5.0

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A captivating tale that delves into the treatment and oppression of women, offering a thought-provoking exploration of their bodies, sexuality, and choices. What struck me most was the clever use of a story within a story and the varied perspectives that added depth to the narrative. While the initial chapters may not have hinted at the depth of the themes explored, the story evolves into an intriguing and inventive spotlight on these crucial issues. This book left a lasting impression on me, and I found myself reflecting on its themes long after I finished reading. Although I initially read the Kindle version, I am eager to purchase the physical book for posterity and to share its profound message with friends.

laurabb's review against another edition

2.0

medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes