A review by clearia_aqua
El Caballero de Olmedo by Lope de Vega

challenging funny tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

2.75

Genuinely a very good book, just not what i like to read at all. A very good example of "tragicomedia" of "El Siglo de Oro", i like the themes and the story but i'm just not a fan of theater and even less in verse. Still, it's a classic of the genre.