A review by reclusivebookslug
Piranesi by Susanna Clarke

adventurous mysterious 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? No

4.75

Nothing like what I expected but absolutely brilliant. Something about the narrator's voice reminded me of Jonathan Livingston Seagull and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. I recently learned the term "innocent narrator" and this is a great example. He is so unceasingly kind it makes my heart ache. Mystery is one of my least favorite genres, but I really enjoyed the mystery element of this story. I don't feel like I fully "got" this book; maybe I need more time to think about it or reread it sometime.
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