A review by alinas_library
The Portrait of a Lady by Henry James

challenging emotional reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

A book very rich in language and mental imagery. Takes some focus to read, but it’s worth it if you really like the art of language and stylistic devices. Quite slow-paced and not for the impatient. This book wants to be dissected and analysed, not to be read purely for entertainment.
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