A review by adafrobinson
Possession by A.S. Byatt

emotional informative mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

 I loved this, I really did, and it would have 5 stars were it not for the unexpected and pervasive undercurrent of lesbophobia! I found Leonora's character especially uncomfortable, both in the portrayal of her sexuality and race. But those scenes were short, and not especially important to the plot, so while I'm not overlooking it I still feel okay with giving it 4 stars. I'll be thinking about it for a while. 
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