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Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
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This was the first adult story I read when I was younger. I remember being captivated by the idea of a dual life and man's sinister shadowy side. Now many years later this story still had me enthralled. I enjoyed this story because it contains the elements of mystery, suspense, and psychological thriller. The writing is eloquent and almost lyrical that can only come from another time, yet is readable.
The descriptive imagery along the backdrop of a foggy, dark, and Jack the Ripperesque London set the stage perfectly. The duality of good vs. evil, conscious vs. unconscious, and steadfast rigidness vs. uncompromising pleasure were themes I interpreted.
This remains one of my favorite books after all these years. This is not the last time I read it. I highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys classic literature and a good story. Thanks!
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This was the first adult story I read when I was younger. I remember being captivated by the idea of a dual life and man's sinister shadowy side. Now many years later this story still had me enthralled. I enjoyed this story because it contains the elements of mystery, suspense, and psychological thriller. The writing is eloquent and almost lyrical that can only come from another time, yet is readable.
The descriptive imagery along the backdrop of a foggy, dark, and Jack the Ripperesque London set the stage perfectly. The duality of good vs. evil, conscious vs. unconscious, and steadfast rigidness vs. uncompromising pleasure were themes I interpreted.
This remains one of my favorite books after all these years. This is not the last time I read it. I highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys classic literature and a good story. Thanks!
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February 1, 2020
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May 29, 2022
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May 29, 2022
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Mar 21, 2020 11:19AM
Great review! I agree with you Brett, this is a top favorite of mine too. I see it on my shelf and want to pick it up for a reread, often. I should just do it!
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Martha wrote: "Great review! I agree with you Brett, this is a top favorite of mine too. I see it on my shelf and want to pick it up for a reread, often. I should just do it!"Do it! I really enjoyed reading this again as a more mature adult. It's probably my favorite book of all time.
Matt wrote: "Nice review, Brett."Thank you very much, Matt!
Carmen wrote: "Great review"Thank you very much, Carmen!
Thank you for this well-crafted review, Brett. I appreciate your focus on how Stevenson uses descriptive detail to establish a menacing setting for this powerful story.
Paul wrote: "Thank you for this well-crafted review, Brett. I appreciate your focus on how Stevenson uses descriptive detail to establish a menacing setting for this powerful story."Thank you for your kind words, Paul!
