tracithomas 's review for:

Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov

4.0

challenging dark tense slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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There is a lot to like (and hate) about LOLITA. This was my first read and mostly the big take aways are, unreliable character at its apex. Stunning how Nabokov gets you to root for Humbert Humbert despite all he does. It drags in places but when Nabokov gives you a scene, get ready!