A review by elaichipod
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button by F. Scott Fitzgerald

lighthearted sad fast-paced

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

3.25

This book is very different compared to the movie. While the movie is more romantic and positive, this felt a bit desolate and feeble. I still enjoyed the story and appreciated how fast-paced it was. The whole bit about Benjamin and Hildegarde was unseemly, and I think that was the main reason why the book is not as charming as the film. I did like seeing how Benjamin and his father's relationship progressed as they reached a similar age.