Les Misérables · review
Les Misérables is a good classical read rich with life's hard lessons. This omnibus version is wonderfully drawn. The story is 10/10 to me, without much introductory need; it is derived from one of the best musicals of all time. Again, of all times. Art: 6-7/10 It matches the vibes and settings of the story at those times. Nothing spectacular, but it's above average for me. Story: 10/10 Without any music, the story still able to power through from the original and captures me a lot. We can learn plenty from here if our hearts are ready for it.Characters: 7-8/10
The characters resonate well with you. They made you feel grateful and think twice before making miserable decisions, and it is important to be educated (reading as many good books as possible) because without knowledge we will make poor choices, even if our hearts are filled with good intentions. Ignorance is undoubtedly self-destructive.
People can change and cannot. Those who can change, please don't ever look back at the past to haunt you or destroy you. The past is past as a matter of fact; it is called past and not present for a reason.
Your background can and cannot determine who you are in the future. Take Val Jean, or the best Eponine and Gavroche; they are the best examples of whether you are rich or poor, highly educated or not, your parents - lineage, or perhaps what you have previously done; they do not have power over who you are now and in the future if you deny the past and embrace the future after paying the price needed.
You truly have the freedom to choose; you are not constrained by the past. The opposite is one of the biggest and destructive falsehoods in life.
It really made me think of Paul in the New Testament.
Rating: 10/10
I enjoy reading moral lessons-based mangas.
I'm looking forward to read the last Omnibus entry in December 2023.
Cheers!