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I was a little bored at the beginning, but this definitely picked up at the end. It was really interesting to read about such a modern concept in the language of the late 1800s.

mx_mistoffolees's review against another edition

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emotional reflective slow-paced

3.75

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kumipaul's review against another edition

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2.0

The story was a little dated, with racial references and with ancient attitudes toward relationships. However, I understand that in its time it was pretty controversial. I thought the author handled sexual tension pretty well overall. In the end, the experience of reading it was mildly satisfying from a historic perspective. Feminist literature has come a long way since 120 years ago.

mimosaeyes's review against another edition

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4.0

I've long heard of this book, obviously, and I'm not sure what made me decide to read it now, but I'm glad I have. This is very incisive about the stifling roles women face(d) as wives and mothers. I love the style it's written in, realistic with so much psychological depth. Somehow I already knew the ending, probably from cultural osmosis, but that only added to the sense of inevitability.

traceyqchen's review against another edition

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adventurous funny hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective medium-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

2.0

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