A review by gautamgopalk
The Four Million by O. Henry

funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

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

4.0

The Four Million is a wonderful collection of short stories by O Henry. These stories are easy to read and they almost always end with an unexpected twist that puts a smile on the reader's face. As one progresses through this book, the vivid descriptions and the lives of working class characters in New York, makes the reader contemplate on the harsh reality of how difficult life can be. Despite the grim setting, the stories themselves are incredibly heartwarming and entertaining. This book contains some wonderful classics including The Gift of the Magi, The Cop and the Anthem and After Twenty Years. This is an extremely fun read which isn't time-consuming.