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98romantic's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Savi is the real hero, at the end of things. The description of the trees at Green Vale will never leave me.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Physical abuse, Racism, and Sexism
rebeccadiop's review against another edition
challenging
dark
funny
mysterious
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
I could appreciate A House for Mr. Biswas as an exceptional literary work if it weren't so misogynistic. It deserves more stars but I just couldn't get there—even with generous allowances for time/place/culture/context.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism
Minor: Bullying, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Toxic relationship, and Violence
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