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challenging
dark
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
The experience of reading Thérèse Raquin wasn't my favorite. My main problem was the writing. In an effort of being objective and realistic, it comes across as dull and boring. I had a hard time getting through the novel, mainly because of the writing and pacing. However, I did really like the story. It's dark, challenging and quite disgusting at times, but also weirdly ironic and tragi-comical. While it did drag on for quite a while in the middle, the end left my jaw on the floor. The sheer stupidity of the two main characters is both funny and devastating.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Murder, Infidelity, Animal cruelty, Incest, Domestic abuse, and Violence
Moderate: Gore
Minor: Miscarriage
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