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A review by atekereads
The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
“All of human wisdom is contained in these two words: ‘wait’ and ‘hope’!”
- Edmond Dantes
When does revenge supersede what is justified? When does grief become too much to bear? What is joy without sadness? The Count of Monte Cristo masterfully connects some of the most pressing questions of life to a grand mystery, romance, and thriller all at once. Despite it being 200 years old this novel still shines as an example of dedicated, thoughtful writing. The only potential grievances I could have on The Count of Monte Cristo are its portrayal of god and its moderate sexism and racism. However, considering the time period in which the novel was written such micro aggressions come with the package. Still, the novel is progressive in its own way as it questions the importance of wealth when one does not have love, and chastises those who seek wealth with an utter disregard to their compatriots and guardians. The Count of Monte Cristo is both easy enough to be comprehended by the masses and deep enough to provide a philosophical exercise for the masses and as such is one of the pinnacles of literary excellence (in my opinion of course).
- Edmond Dantes
When does revenge supersede what is justified? When does grief become too much to bear? What is joy without sadness? The Count of Monte Cristo masterfully connects some of the most pressing questions of life to a grand mystery, romance, and thriller all at once. Despite it being 200 years old this novel still shines as an example of dedicated, thoughtful writing. The only potential grievances I could have on The Count of Monte Cristo are its portrayal of god and its moderate sexism and racism. However, considering the time period in which the novel was written such micro aggressions come with the package. Still, the novel is progressive in its own way as it questions the importance of wealth when one does not have love, and chastises those who seek wealth with an utter disregard to their compatriots and guardians. The Count of Monte Cristo is both easy enough to be comprehended by the masses and deep enough to provide a philosophical exercise for the masses and as such is one of the pinnacles of literary excellence (in my opinion of course).
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Drug use, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Slavery, Forced institutionalization, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Classism
Moderate: Racism, Sexism, Suicide, Stalking, Murder
Minor: Trafficking