A review by lilaharris
My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante

reflective medium-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

4.75

This book was great. I read most of it in Jamaica, and the scene around me mixed with the scenes in the book overall felt like some kind of dream. I became so attached to the characters, as well as Ferrante's writing style. I'm excited to read the next book!