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A review by charley0796
Inkheart by Cornelia Funke
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I have wanted to read this book ever since I was a teen and have only just got round to it at the age of 25.
I loved the interweaving of book quotes with the chapters - I thought this was beautiful and a lovely tip of the hat to bookworms everywhere. I was really excited for the concept of a bookworm with the ability to bring characters to life but was left missing something by this book.
However, I found myself counting down the pages to the end of the book. Feeling I was dragging my feet through it rather than savouring each page - and I normally like long books! I found myself questioning the decisions made at some points in the books by characters, which didn’t seem to match their personalities. I felt the text at times was disconnected emotionally - even in parts where emotional reunions were involved! I also felt like I couldn’t easily picture the places in the novel at times as there was a lack of scenic description.
In sum, I really love the concept but feel some descriptions were missing and that there are some areas for development.
I loved the interweaving of book quotes with the chapters - I thought this was beautiful and a lovely tip of the hat to bookworms everywhere. I was really excited for the concept of a bookworm with the ability to bring characters to life but was left missing something by this book.
However, I found myself counting down the pages to the end of the book. Feeling I was dragging my feet through it rather than savouring each page - and I normally like long books! I found myself questioning the decisions made at some points in the books by characters, which didn’t seem to match their personalities. I felt the text at times was disconnected emotionally - even in parts where emotional reunions were involved! I also felt like I couldn’t easily picture the places in the novel at times as there was a lack of scenic description.
In sum, I really love the concept but feel some descriptions were missing and that there are some areas for development.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Fire/Fire injury and Sexual violence