Jessica O. reviewed on 7/12/2011

Helpful Score: 2

I have to admit to really loving this book. I like the occasional romance story, but I admit I've become a bit tired of the formulaic, boy falls in love with girl and does everything in his power for her. In a sense this story fits that mold. What sets it apart is the lyricism and the journey. At times I find myself thinking of lines from this book. I think what makes it different is what many people have objections with: Florentino Ariza's many affairs, his pedophilia, and his apparent callousness. Honestly though, what pre-teen hasn't- at least- had thoughts of sex? I remember the age of twelve being full of quick crushes. I will be the first person to denounce an unfaithful lover, but Gabriel Marquez hits on a truth that not too many people seem aware of or ready to admit- that we can love more than one person at a time. And even as Florentino was looking for his next lay, he was debasing himself and coming to terms with the fact that he did actually feel love towards a number of the women he slept with.

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