A review by simone_ebony
Picnic at Hanging Rock by Joan Lindsay

challenging dark mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Although the writing at times felt almost deliberately full of jargon, I think the end really saved it from being about a 3 and a half. As soon as
Dora Lumley died, it really took a turn for the better and I really enjoyed the end. The suspenseful and mysterious atmosphere was very well crafted and I think I'll be thinking about this book for a long time. I see why its a classic
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