Reviews

The Uncensored Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde

hanzy's review against another edition

4.0

I'd read the censored version a long time ago but hardly recall anything except for some of the main plot details. I felt it to be a great discussion of sorts on vanity through three very different characters. A very enjoyable read and one that I'd be revisiting in the future.

ahobbitsreadinglist's review against another edition

challenging dark medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

ghostlight's review against another edition

dark mysterious reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

haleymk's review against another edition

dark mysterious reflective tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

sthewoods's review against another edition

dark mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

vangoghssunflowers's review against another edition

dark reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I adore Wilde’s writing style, his long winded artful sentences that turn into paragraphs scratch the perfect spot on my brain. The novel drags in the middle, but if you power through that section it wraps up nicely. Definitely a classic, so expect the usual racism and sexism mixed into the pot! 

grace_senkfor's review against another edition

5.0

slay

egirlsupreme's review against another edition

dark medium-paced

5.0

mavisbird's review against another edition

5.0

So at first, I wasn't sure how I would like it. I have read many classics but its been a little while since I enjoyed one again. It definatly can get pretentious in certain parts. But the characters and story building are done well. They make so much happen, when not much happens its impressive. The story is chilling and so intriguing that it keeps you glued in.

casspom's review against another edition

challenging reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I was promised queer culture and got metaphores on art.
Was a surprising read, but fun! A sort of comedy in 2024