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eandrews80 's review for:
The Bridge of San Luis Rey
by Thornton Wilder
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I don’t remember when or how this got added to my TBR list, but I’m so glad that it did. This is an absolutely beautiful novel; there are passages within the last two pages that stopped me in my tracks. Besides exploring universal themes related to love, grief, and faith, Wilder also paints a vivid picture of 18th century Peruvian culture and politics.
I’d particularly recommend this edition, as the Foreword and Afterword were enjoyable to read and provided helpful context for someone new to both Wilder and this book.
I’d particularly recommend this edition, as the Foreword and Afterword were enjoyable to read and provided helpful context for someone new to both Wilder and this book.