Versailles, Kathryn Davis

"Versailles" reads more like poetry than a novel. This short work of fiction is a collection of vignettes, snapshots from the life of Marie Antoinette. Davis' language is lyrical and evocative, but don't expect a solid storyline. It's helpful to have at least a basic familiarity with Marie Antoinette's life before you begin. "Versailles" is more the idea of a book than a finished product -- experimental perhaps, but I think not really a successful experiment. I didn't know what to expect, and yet I am disappointed. The cover, however, is beautiful.
Posted by supersusie at January 30, 2004 11:32 AM