House of Mist: A Novel by María Luisa Bombal

House of Mist: A Novel

María Luisa Bombal

256 pages first pub 1935 (editions)

fiction classics magical realism emotional slow-paced
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House of Mist stands as one of the first South American novels written in the style that was later called magical realism. Of this story of a young bride struggling with her marriage to an aloof landowner—and the mysteries surrounding their life t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 12 reviews

Moods

emotional 66%
dark 33%
mysterious 33%
reflective 33%

Pace

fast 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.33

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