geraldinerowe 's review for:

Ethan Frome by Edith Wharton

3.75

challenging dark emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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A depressing but interesting read. My first Wharton's and, I understand, different from her other work. I'm not entirely sure where my sympathies lie. Ethan has been dealt a shoddy hand in life, but so has his wife which could explain her bitterness. Anyway, be careful what you wish for.