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arieln_'s review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
bimblinghill's review against another edition
4.0
It's been a while since I've read this so I don't remember the plot clearly, which suggests there's not much to it. I do remember Green's usual brilliance at writing world-weary characters though, which is a guaranteed 4-stars.
martinbihl's review against another edition
3.0
My first Graham Greene (apart from some short stories) so unlike the other reviewers, I have nothing to compare it to. That said, quite enjoyable - liked the way in the first chapter he bounced among the interior monologues of the characters - a bit confusing at first, yes, but interesting style. And while some of the characters could have been excised, overall very interesting (and yes, a bit dated; so it goes). All in all, i found it to be what Greene himself would call it - an entertainment.
kenzimani's review against another edition
2.0
A good story but full of mean-spirited cliches - enough to put you off Graham Greene.
bluetrainlines's review against another edition
2.0
There are glimpses of what a brilliant novelist Greene would become.
vaallleeeee's review against another edition
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
thebernie's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
rustykingswood's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
eberico's review against another edition
4.0
Book club pick for April 2009 - which turned into May and June of 2009 as well. I quite enjoyed it, but found that it required time and focus, which I'm often sadly lacking. Regardless, a taut story that I enjoyed and am looking forward to discussing with my friends!