laurenwall60 's review for:

Madame Bovary — A New Translation by Lydia Davis by Gustave Flaubert

4.0

challenging emotional funny reflective slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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 Read as part of Night School Bar reading group, with class discussion. I was surprised at how relatable this novel was in terms of Emma’s restlessness with her daily activities, and yearning for something new but being unsatisfied each time she tries. Flaubert’s style is incredible, although exhausting at times, and the Lydia Davis translation was stunning.