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The Rope and Other Plays by Plautus, Plautus
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
So, turns out I actually love Roman comedy. I have read a Plautus play before, and I remembered it being funny, so I'm glad these four were equally entertaining. My favourite is The Ghost, but they were all enjoyable reads. It's interesting how society, and human nature, haven't changed much in the thousands of years since these plays were written!
I do, of course, highly recommend these - you don't need a background in classics to understand them, and I think they'd appeal to everyone. They're kind of like ancient sitcoms, but better.
I do, of course, highly recommend these - you don't need a background in classics to understand them, and I think they'd appeal to everyone. They're kind of like ancient sitcoms, but better.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Slavery
Wonder by R.J. Palacio
5.0
Important! You don't get the chance to read a lot of inspirational, well-written, and important pieces of fiction - especially ones for younger readers - but this is all of the above. The change in perspectives is part of what makes this book so great, too. And there's a quote book to go along with it, which is great!
This book will definitely tug at your heart!
This book will definitely tug at your heart!