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A review by quatryanca
The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.5
Oh, wow! I don't even know how to just close this book now - it's been with me for such a long time and it feels kind of weird to let it go.
Edmond Dantès, a young sailor at the height of his fortune, falls victim to an intrigue based on sheer envy that takes everything from him - his wife, his father, his happiness. After years in captivity, he manages to escape and, armed with an enormous treasure, he returns as the mysterious Count of Monte Cristo to take revenge on those who betrayed him.But while his plan works, he realises that retribution does not make him happy - in the end, despite his revenge, he is left with a lot of regret.
What impressed me the most was the language. I did read a translation and I can't even put into words how much I regret not being able to read the book in the original, but even the translation was incredibly beautiful. I love it when books can capture thoughts and feelings so humanly, and I tagged SO much.
The story itself fascinated me, even if it dragged on a bit in places. But when I like a story, I'm forgiving. What I found more difficult was the fact that the Count is recognised by NOBODY. And I don't mean that people don't realise he's Edmond, but that they don't even connect his alter egos (Abbé Busoni, Lord Wilmore etc ). Sure, he changes clothes, language, gestures - but it's still the same person. I think it works better if you read it symbolically: People are so preoccupied with themselves that they don't really pay attention to others.
An impressive book that will stay with me for a long time!
Edmond Dantès, a young sailor at the height of his fortune, falls victim to an intrigue based on sheer envy that takes everything from him - his wife, his father, his happiness. After years in captivity, he manages to escape and, armed with an enormous treasure, he returns as the mysterious Count of Monte Cristo to take revenge on those who betrayed him.
What impressed me the most was the language. I did read a translation and I can't even put into words how much I regret not being able to read the book in the original, but even the translation was incredibly beautiful. I love it when books can capture thoughts and feelings so humanly, and I tagged SO much.
The story itself fascinated me, even if it dragged on a bit in places. But when I like a story, I'm forgiving. What I found more difficult was the fact that the Count is recognised by NOBODY. And I don't mean that people don't realise he's Edmond, but that they don't even connect his alter egos (
An impressive book that will stay with me for a long time!