A review by palejester
The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde

challenging dark funny inspiring mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Except for the dreaded chapter XI, this was a really nice read! Henry is on thin ice, but I did love all the characters and how they interacted.  The idea of a double-life and just the context that surrounds this book makes it well worth it.