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elcaineelc's review against another edition
2.0
Very thoughtful and somewhat groundbreaking in its presentation of gender roles and the New Woman, this was an interesting text.
kumipaul's review against another edition
2.0
A few interesting moments, some interesting monologue about feminism and strong women, generally interesting relationship conflicts, but way too many rambling monologues, stories about nothing, religious zealotry, and racist moments. Was there a farm here?
orlywelch's review against another edition
4.0
Enjoyed it quite a bit actually! A good book on colonialism (not that I understand it), with multiple sub-plots, tragedy, romance...
Beautiful descriptive passages of the South African landscape. This was one of the first books about South Africa to be written by a South African.
Beautiful descriptive passages of the South African landscape. This was one of the first books about South Africa to be written by a South African.
giomarg's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
ashels's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
paulina_papaya's review against another edition
3.0
interesting themes, but a tough read and gererally boring. made me think of core-reads you have to do in school
pandorasirens's review against another edition
challenging
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Does some interesting things with gender, and has a lot of complicated thoughts on religion that I personally enjoyed. Lyndall’s “New Woman” plot leaves a lot to be desired, but she’s a very interesting feminist character.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Racial slurs, and Racism
Moderate: Child abuse, Fatphobia, and Misogyny