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A review by sareidle
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
dark
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A Christmas Carol is a classic for good reason! I really enjoyed hearing the original story after viewing many adaptations throughout my life. Dickens's descriptions of the chains that Marley wears in the afterlife and how the only people emotionally reacting to Scrooge's death were relieved that they had more time to pay back their debt were affecting and made me reflect on the kind of life I've led.
Graphic: Death, Grief, and Classism
Moderate: Child death, Chronic illness, and Terminal illness
Minor: Alcohol