Great Expectations

maja_furlong shared a tip "It’s a long book, but it’s one that I can read over and over again. Such memorable characters, exquisite writing … such an influential work of fiction by one of literature’s giants. A must-read!"

jillianne_sweeney shared a tip "Absolutely loved this book. The Victorian Literature is so beautiful and how Dickens described his surroundings, made me feel like I was in the room with him. A definite must read 🤍"

jacob_longini shared a tip "While the narrative of this particular story didn't quite meet my expectations, the quality of Dickens' prose certainly did. His descriptions are downright delightful, and the charm with which he crafts characters is singular. I particularly loved the scenes at Wermmick's Castle and the instance in which Pip and Herbert feel much better after writing down a list of all their affairs. The Castle is one of my new all-time favourite fictional locations, and the debt-writing activities of the young gentlemen remind me of feeling more fit after merely signing up for a gym membership. Dickens' literary power is not over-rated."

stephanie_pld shared a tip "In all honesty, the first part of the story was extremely boring to 15 year old me but I do remember the second half being interesting"