A review by magsie66
Lost Illusions by Honoré de Balzac

challenging informative slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Very informative about printing and paper making in 19th century France but overall not as powerful a novel as I had expected due to weak characterisation