A review by troystory
Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert

4.0

I like this book a lot more than I thought it would. Emma as a character is very compelling, and she just has such a rich story that sometimes, it was impossible to put it down. I loved how she was presented in a sympathetic light, and she was never portrayed as a villain or a bad person. The cast of characters other than her were also really delightful - especially Homais, he was such a joy. The ending is sad, though, so be warned. It feels like a punch to the gut, but it's so worth it. Highly recommended!