The Picture of Dorian Grey

As someone who has read this book at least six full times, I'm not sure where to begin with this review. Wilde is by far my favorite author, and while his purple prose seems to put off many readers it's one of my greatest joys. The meticulous detail employed in Dorian Gray is absolutely necessary to the storyline. From the lazy buzzing bees in the first few paragraphs to the entire chapter dedicated to Dorian's obsessions with gems, orchids, perfumes, instruments...(Chapter 11 - it's my favorite chapter). Dorian's (and Wilde's) obsession with beauty is what makes the novel so dangerous and enticing.

I'll have more to say as I reread the novel for the seventh time, and so forth. I'm still new to reviewing books though, so I'm sure I'll improve in expressing myself.

9/23/22: Read for a seventh time, and there's always something new to discover.