A review by moonandmadness
Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov

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

3.5

Thank God that's over. Even on reread, I acknowledge Nabokov's command of English is impressive and depressing since I could never, as is his ability to create, write, and endure disgusting characters. The novel deals with taboo in a controversial and interesting way, but becomes dull in the latter parts, devolving into madness reminiscent of Pale Fire. I feel the zeitgeist made a choice with glorifying the book, and a decision to misunderstand Dolores//Lolita. 
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