A review by gemd
My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante

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

2.5

It is beautifully written but this book is just not for me. It’s incredibly slow and nothing much happens, I didn’t engage with the characters so it was a bit of a slog to get through.