A Room with a View
A Room with a View
Fiction | Novel | Adult
Book Brief
BetaNovel • Fiction
Florence, Italy • Edwardian Era
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
A Room with a View by E.M. Forster follows a young woman named Lucy Honeychurch as she navigates societal expectations and personal growth during her travels from England to Italy. In Florence, interactions with freethinking individuals challenge her conventional upbringing, prompting introspection about love and freedom versus social constraints.
Romantic
Humorous
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
7,794 ratings
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Review Roundup
A Room with a View by E.M. Forster is celebrated for its intricate character development and evocative portrayal of societal norms. Positive reviews highlight its wit and romantic charm, while critiques note its leisurely pace and occasional predictability. Overall, it is praised for blending humor with a critique of Edwardian society.
Who Should Read A Room with a View?
A reader who enjoys A Room with a View by E.M. Forster appreciates early 20th-century social commentary, romance, and a journey of self-discovery. Fans of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice or Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence will relish the exploration of societal norms and the pursuit of personal fulfillment.
7,794 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Novel • Fiction
Florence, Italy • Edwardian Era
Adult
18+ years
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