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Old 12-05-2019, 04:50 PM   #14
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Originally Posted by Deskisamess View Post
I think my opinion of him has mellowed over the years with multiple readings. My views of the characters when I was 30 differs from my view from 60.
I've rediscovered the Victorian novelists in recent years and my appreciation of them is so much deeper and richer than it was decades ago.

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I do love the complexity of characters like Rochester. One note characters may be easy to read, but don't leave anything behind to foster conversations.
Absolutely! I know in the book club here, I don't necessarily have to love a book so long as the conversation is good. Frequently I'm made aware of nuances that escaped me, as well.
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