A review by avantgardecalj
The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway

adventurous fast-paced

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

2.75

The rhythm of the plot is excellent, but the prose is dry and the dialogue is awkward and confusing at times. Felt like a college freshman writing about their alcohol fueled spring break. There is a little charm in that.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Alcoholism, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Bullying, Racial slurs, Racism, Antisemitism, Alcohol

Moderate: Death, Emotional abuse, Gore, Infidelity, Misogyny, Sexism, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Religious bigotry, Toxic friendship, Classism