vixenreader 's review for:

The Enchanted April by Elizabeth von Arnim

4.0

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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A charming novel about self-reflection, restoration, meditation, and reconciliation, this is a tender read with some delicate satire and strong characterization. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Grief, Abandonment, Classism

Moderate: Infidelity, Mental illness, Miscarriage

Minor: Cursing, Medical content, Stalking, War

Be aware that this book reflects on unfulfilling relationships, self-doubt, the idealization of the Italian country side, and the turmoil of growing old (ageism).