A review by paulap
The emperor of Portugalia by Selma Lagerlöf

medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes

3.25

This was somewhat endearing, even though it was quite tragic too. About a man that almost accidentally becomes a proud loving father, and how as his daughter grows up, distance appears, which breaks him. I really enjoyed it, it was nothing grand, but one of those quieter novels that touch the feelings