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A review by isabelromero
My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The prose in this is stunning, I know why it’s deemed a ‘modern classic’ now. It is heavy with complex female relationships, class, and the impact of education. Definitely one to revisit.