maliaode 's review for:

The French Lieutenant's Woman by John Fowles

4.0

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I’m not sure whether I loved or hated the fact that this novel had two endings. I loved the impropriety of it. I resented the ambiguity. But I respected the artistry of it. All in all, I enjoyed this thoroughly. The period drama, the comment on life and relationships, social life and the commentary on foolish norms that limit honest love. I really appreciated that the characters have glaring faults and the puzzle pieces didn’t just fall into place. A well-written, beautifully crafted work.