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adventurous
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
4.5 stars
A sweeping historical fiction novel that spans the life of Violeta, a centenarian leaving the story of her life written to her grandson, Camilo. The story runs from Violeta's birth at the time of the Spanish flu until modern day, under the influence of Covid 19. It is a languid kind of read with great historical context and a bit of globetrotting as Violeta's life takes the reader to multiple countries, spanning South America, North America, and Europe.
Allende's writing is evocative and atmospheric, delivering the history of Chile and the surrounding areas in a marvelous fashion. The style of Allende's writing in this novel does lean more towards the literary, though the internal exploration of character is not overly intense. There is great attention to feminist topics and Violeta's character is a strong, independent woman who really shines throughout the story.
* Disclaimer: I received a copy of this novel from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. *
A sweeping historical fiction novel that spans the life of Violeta, a centenarian leaving the story of her life written to her grandson, Camilo. The story runs from Violeta's birth at the time of the Spanish flu until modern day, under the influence of Covid 19. It is a languid kind of read with great historical context and a bit of globetrotting as Violeta's life takes the reader to multiple countries, spanning South America, North America, and Europe.
Allende's writing is evocative and atmospheric, delivering the history of Chile and the surrounding areas in a marvelous fashion. The style of Allende's writing in this novel does lean more towards the literary, though the internal exploration of character is not overly intense. There is great attention to feminist topics and Violeta's character is a strong, independent woman who really shines throughout the story.
* Disclaimer: I received a copy of this novel from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. *