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Feb 22, 2021
Bucket
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Louis de Bernieres may not be for everyone - he's challenging. But he is also masterful. He has an incredible way of writing that dives deep into everything and everyone all at once. His characterization is so strong, that I can rarely even detect how he's done it. I just suddenly realize that I know a character through and through.
He also does what feels impossible - tying great tragedy (and even horror) together with humor and love. I was horrified, laughing out loud, deeply sad, and incredibl ...more
He also does what feels impossible - tying great tragedy (and even horror) together with humor and love. I was horrified, laughing out loud, deeply sad, and incredibl ...more
tried to read, found too trite (i use this site to keep lists for memory's sake, hence bothering to list it, for myself, i appreciate this review is pointless)
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May 22, 2011
Coralie
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