A review by slimy
The Picture of Dorian Gray (The Original 1890 Uncensored Edition + The Expanded and Revised 1891 Edition) by Oscar Wilde

emotional funny reflective sad slow-paced

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

3.5

Look it’s a good book. Obviously it’s a classic, so it’s more challenging to read than not. 

I was surprised by this book’s witty, cheeky humor that usually comes out in the dialogue. It really does a lot to humanize otherwise stiff, generally unlikeable characters. 

Good social commentary, great use of dialogue. Really, it’s a masterclass in how to utilize dialogue.