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ifyouhappentoremember's review against another edition
4.0
I wouldn't call this [a: Edna Ferber|86241|Edna Ferber|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1367347524p2/86241.jpg]'s best work ([b:So Big|257443|So Big|Edna Ferber|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1392451491l/257443._SY75_.jpg|249505] has that distinction) but I won't deny that this book is a lot of fun.
What I like about Ferber's work is that her books feel so alive . Her characters are filled with all sorts of interesting people doing interesting things. I also really appreciate her female leads. They're always a lot of fun, feel believable to their time period, yet feel so modern and vibrant. This book is no exception.
While at times a bit too melodramatic for my preference, I did enjoy my time with Clio Dulaine and Clint Maroon (talk about a romance).
Now I'm off to watch the movie adaption.
What I like about Ferber's work is that her books feel so alive . Her characters are filled with all sorts of interesting people doing interesting things. I also really appreciate her female leads. They're always a lot of fun, feel believable to their time period, yet feel so modern and vibrant. This book is no exception.
While at times a bit too melodramatic for my preference, I did enjoy my time with Clio Dulaine and Clint Maroon (talk about a romance).
Now I'm off to watch the movie adaption.
eb00kie's review against another edition
4.0
I really liked the book, for its uniqueness, humor and the short-tempered Clio, tough I think he realizes from the very beginning he cares for her.
greatexpectations77's review against another edition
I didn't realize this one was written in the 40s, and I think it's possible that I don't love the older writing style. It felt... like it treated race weirdly? Which isn't exactly incompatible with the time. Just not for me. Might see the movie though.
sace's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Ugh. Racist imagery and language that added nothing to an otherwise good story.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs and Racism
cuteswamp's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Maybe if edna ferber could describe a black man as anything other than like a “monkey” the rating would be higher.
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