A review by englishmajorsurvivor
Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert

challenging sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Never been more frustrated at a protagonist in my life, which in this case isn't a bad thing.  Flaubert's language kept me turning the pages.