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A review by scarletshore
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
emotional
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Diving back into classic literature after a break, Frankenstein turned out to be a pleasant surprise. The story's unique premise and exploration of interesting themes added a fresh twist to my reading experience. Mary Shelley's storytelling kept me hooked, striking a balance between engaging and thought-provoking.
What really stood out was the book's ability to keep me eagerly flipping pages. The storyline's compelling nature made it hard to put the book down. Moreover, the way Frankenstein is written makes it easy to understand. It avoids the complicated language often seen in older English literature.
On the flip side, my only gripe is with the author's choice to present chapters from another point of view as lengthy dialogues. This stylistic approach, while unique, sometimes disrupted the flow for me. Nonetheless, this minor issue doesn't overshadow the overall brilliance of Frankenstein. It's like a forever-cool classic that you should totally check out if you're into classics!
What really stood out was the book's ability to keep me eagerly flipping pages. The storyline's compelling nature made it hard to put the book down. Moreover, the way Frankenstein is written makes it easy to understand. It avoids the complicated language often seen in older English literature.
On the flip side, my only gripe is with the author's choice to present chapters from another point of view as lengthy dialogues. This stylistic approach, while unique, sometimes disrupted the flow for me. Nonetheless, this minor issue doesn't overshadow the overall brilliance of Frankenstein. It's like a forever-cool classic that you should totally check out if you're into classics!