A review by ros_scallydandler
The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens

funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing slow-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? No

4.75

I knew this was going to be more episodic and lighthearted than Dickens' novels that followed. With that in mind I adored this. And it was fascinating  to watch Dickens find his feet over the course of the instalments.