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Middlemarch by George Eliot
4.5
funny lighthearted 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: Yes

I’m so glad I finally read this book.  My dear professor in my undergrad years taught this novel as her favorite in a course called “The Victorians” — (10 novels in 10 weeks).  I didn’t have the fortitude or bravery for it.  Too bad for me.

This book is an historical novel — written 50ish years after when it takes place.  It is essentially, an “Austen-esque” novel with the addition of more modern thought and style of writing.  It is satirical social commentary— where the narrator will pop in and comment on the times.

Very enjoyable!