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A review by whitelotusreads
The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
It’s dark and gut-punching; the descriptions of violence and assault are pretty graphic but it’s not without purpose and is a crucial aspect of the overarching theme. The characters are all well-rounded and wonderfully developed. The narrative flows well and the prose arrestingly beautiful.
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Sexual violence, Torture, and Sexual assault
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Adult/minor relationship, and Sexism