randykraft 's review for:

The Black Prince by Iris Murdoch

challenging funny reflective sad tense slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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She's an extraordinary writer with deep insights into human frailty. However, i had a hard time with this Murdoch because the narrator/protagonist is too despicable to appreciate.