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gilljames 's review for:

The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens
4.0
emotional funny lighthearted mysterious reflective sad medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

 
This is a long read but that is because it is partly a book of its times. The characters are vivid and as often with Dickens in many cases, especially amongst the minor characters,  larger than life. There are some wonderful names. 

The story rambles along and at times is hilarious - such as when Pickwick is trundle along in a wheelbarrow at the shoot. IN th end, kindness wins. 

It's worth  the long journey.