Les Miserables

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This is a book I really enjoyed when I read it. There are so many amazing lessons that are gripping, especially that of forgiveness. I wish it weren't so long, because I would like to reread it, but I don't have the time.
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Catie139 wrote: 09 Jul 2020, 16:10 This is a book I really enjoyed when I read it. There are so many amazing lessons that are gripping, especially that of forgiveness. I wish it weren't so long, because I would like to reread it, but I don't have the time.
How long did it take you to read? I want to read it but it's so huge!
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First of all, I'm a fast reader. But even still, it did take a couple of weeks. Yes, it is long! It's worth the read, though - at least I thought so.
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The ending is so destroying, but so perfect for the book. Still, I wanted at least Gavroche to get a better life, he was just a kid. (╥_╥)
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Hi there. Les Miserables, by far, was, is, and will my favorite book that I've ever read. It's beyond this world. Hugo describes all miseries in this world not just alone but just all of them together!! I read it back in my 15 years old and after that nothing have such impact me like that to me. You could identification with Jean Valjean, Fantine, Cosette even Inspector Javert. It's really really inspirational in all of life.
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I found a classic addition, red cover with gold writing. It's beautiful. I loved reading the book. I am disappointed that I saw the movie before reading the book. But I still in love with the storyline.
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I liked Les Miserables, but I couldn't read it through on my own. Just looking at the table of contents on my ebook version was like WOAH. I ended up getting the audiobook. I enjoyed it, but I really dislike when books go on long tangents. I spent most of the Waterloo section just yelling at the ebook to get back to the story. I imagine I would prefer an abridged version! That being said, it was probably the most entertaining book that went off on long tangents that I have read. (Unlike the Illiad and it's olive trees, etc, etc)
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Les Miserables is a fantastic book, and I would recommend that anyone who reads it reads the unabridged version as there's so much to the characters, the places, and events that might otherwise be lost. It is a novel often called a romance, but I find it to be much more. Injustice, mercy, greed, and even the perception of what makes a person good or bad all come into play. It asks a fundamental question of can a person change, and if so why. It is a novel filled with so much sorrow and so much hope at the same time. It is a beautifully written story as well.
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I have read this book and i think it is Great!
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Les Miserable is one of the best books. The society and social issues of the era, amd mindset of people of that era could be well understood by the novel.
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I read Les Miserables this year to accomplish my 2021 PopSugar Reading Challenge prompt #41: The longest book (by pages) on your TBR

Honestly, I won't read the unabridged version again unless I'm held at gunpoint. :icon-lol:
It is the longest and most dragging book I ever read.
There are lots of distracting topics that veer off from the main plot, and they make me forget what I was actually reading in the first place.
Overall, I like the turn of events for the characters (YES, even the tragic moments).
I'm currently reading The Count of Monte Cristo, and I can't help but compare how I like Dumas' than Hugo's writing style.
I WILL RE-READ it but in a shorter version.
just call me "jane" :tiphat:
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I read the book in college and I loved it. The story is amazing, and it helps you see through the character the situation France was living at the time. I think the characters are very well accomplished and are easy to understand. The fact that Victor Hugo centers on what goodness means was one of the most interesting parts for me. For example, both Javert and Valjean search for goodness in their own way and from their own perspective, and their actions reflect what good was for each.
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I am yet to read the book you speak about. I will check it out. Thank you for raising the question.
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This is a very interesting story. I just couldn't get enough of it
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A adore Les Mis! I recently reread it and the beginning with Monseigneur Bienvenu is always touching to me. I love this particular character who strives to do so much good in the world and does end up changing the lives of many, even in small ways. It's such a great reminder to me that even the little things that I do throughout the day can have an immense impact on others and the world around me.

I also just adore the way that Hugo wrote. His prose is beautiful and it's a joy to get wrapped up in his characters over and over again.
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