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This is such a complicated book to review as I felt so many different things while reading it. First there was trepidation due to the subject matter. Then there was admiration for the telling of the story, disgust at Humbert, amusement at some of his thoughts, extreme boredom during the road trip portions, disbelief at the ending, and then admiration again once I reread the prologue. It was a book worth reading but not one I will feel compelled to read again.
One of the most beautifully written books ever. Yes the main character is a pervert, yes you hate him, you're disgusted by him, you're not supposed to like him. Humbert knows what he's doing is wrong. Get past the ick factor it's worth it.
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Feb 27, 2011
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