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Title: Beautifully written
Review: I'd say 4.5 stars. The characters are intricately and finely drawn; I found Mademoiselle Reisz especially interesting. As far as its influence on society goes, this short novel is obviously quite significant. Edna Pontellier's desire to revert to a completely child-like view on life is irritating at times, but the way Chopin shaped the plot, I don't find it impossible to empathize with her dilemma. I don't know if this is meant to be its primary focus, but above all I see this book as a love story.
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