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A controversial book with which I have struggled because of the alienating language and its racial emphasis. A novel in which character is formed and developed but that doesn't magically dissolve all the problems of an institutionally racist society.

justcollintosay's review against another edition

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2.75

Sadly, I do not like this book. I didn’t like it when I had to read it in high school, so I thought I would give it another chance. Personally, Huck is a difficult character for me to like so I think the story from his perspective is off putting. It isn’t for me, but I can understand why it is a classic.

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Bien

joystoner's review against another edition

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3.75

Never read this in school, but wanted to before reading James. Funny at times, lots of important moral, social, ethical themes to wade through.

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adventurous challenging tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

maryharperburns's review against another edition

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adventurous dark medium-paced

2.5

Extremely dated! Hard to take in parts. Not as funny as it once was.

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