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A review by emmaj_xo
Sexing The Cherry by Jeanette Winterson
challenging
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
A novel that, much like poetry, demands rereading to appreciate its rich complexity. Again I am struck by Winterson’s masterful prose. I particularly loved the retelling of The Twelve Dancing Princesses. Set mostly in the 17th century, the novels weaves across time and between narrators. A feminist tale with a female character at its core who is equally compelling and repellent - and I can’t help but adore her.