A review by boreal_girl
Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry

adventurous emotional funny informative sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.5

I read this book because it is frequently cited as a most favourite book, and it is a Pulitzer winner. It took a long time to complete the 37-hour audio version, as it had to be returned to the library, and there was a waitlist before I could borrow it again. I am not really a fan of Westerns, and this epic novel, while beautifully written, didn’t convert me. The portrayal of indigenous peoples in this saga was jarring to read in 2024.  Women have 2 notes - whore or heroine. However, the characters and their relationships were well written, and there is much humour amidst the brutality.