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A review by almaliest
Asunder by Chloe Aridjis
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
i have never before read something similar.
this unusual novel celebrates a slowness and introversion of thought, balanced by the protagonist’s keen eye for her surroundings and people. i enjoyed this deepdive into the atmosphere of museums from an unique perspective. Maries reflections are at times fascinating, and rich in knowledge on art. loved the themes of destruction and creation/protection, which seem to connect all aspects of the novel. this drawing of parallels is done by marie a lot as well, especially between historical events regarding the art in the museum and her personal life or political issues as well.
still the novel is at times agonisingly slow, so you have to be in the right mood and pretty much all characters are insufferable.
this unusual novel celebrates a slowness and introversion of thought, balanced by the protagonist’s keen eye for her surroundings and people. i enjoyed this deepdive into the atmosphere of museums from an unique perspective. Maries reflections are at times fascinating, and rich in knowledge on art. loved the themes of destruction and creation/protection, which seem to connect all aspects of the novel. this drawing of parallels is done by marie a lot as well, especially between historical events regarding the art in the museum and her personal life or political issues as well.
still the novel is at times agonisingly slow, so you have to be in the right mood and pretty much all characters are insufferable.