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Review: The Scarlet Letter

The Scarlet Letter The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Quite a short tale. I liked the philosophical and social dilemma Hester Prim and the Reverend go through throughout the story. The insights on their inner turmoils is what has made this book a classic literature. The retribution sought after by the tale's silent antagonist is appalling and yet, one can but feel a connection with them. Author's poignant account of Hester's life moves the reader's heart to pause a moment and ponder. The ending is what I would have liked it to be.
The Audible narration, as usual, was mesmerising.

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