A review by clarkness
Bel Canto by Ann Patchett

emotional reflective sad medium-paced

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

4.5

The sense of gentle kindness at the core of this story is so wonderful and unique. To watch a tense situation slowly transform into a sort of fantasy utopia of care, love, and mutual support and respect was unexpected and yet deeply rewarding. The narrative is slow at times but I think that's the only way for this story to be told.