A review by cekmethvin
The Portrait of a Lady by Henry James

dark slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

1.0

Perhaps the worst book I’ve ever read. James neither understands nor cares anything for women, making this book a painful slog.