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and_so_it_goes 's review for:
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
by Mark Twain
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I get why it’s a classic, especially how it explores the historical context of that era. It’s definitely an interesting book to write about race and class, etc. But the ending was not very good, and Tom Sawyer’s presence really takes away from the narrative. I also didn’t enjoy the endless environment descriptions.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism, Slavery
Moderate: Alcoholism, Child abuse, Death, Gun violence
Minor: Animal cruelty, Death of parent