The Maids by Jean Genet, Bernard Frechtman

43 pages first pub 1947 (editions)

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Solange and Claire are two housemaids who construct elaborate sadomasochistic rituals when their mistress (Madame) is away. The focus of their role-playing is the murder of Madame and they take turns portraying both sides of the power divide. Thei...

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Community Reviews

3.87
based on 14 reviews

Moods

dark: 60%

funny: 60%

mysterious: 60%

tense: 60%

challenging: 40%

reflective: 40%

emotional: 20%

sad: 20%


Pace

75% of readers chose fast
25% of readers chose medium
fast
medium

Plot or character driven?

33% of readers chose A mix
66% of readers chose Character
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

33% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
33% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

33% of readers chose Yes
66% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Diverse cast of characters?

66% of readers chose Complicated
33% of readers chose No
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

66% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose No
Yes
No

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