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152 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 1999
It’s not the kind of book I’m used to read. The story was not really interesting and, unlike some people, I didn’t find the humor any good.
I also didn’t find any connection with the characters. It can be because the book is very short and we don’t have much time to get to know them very well, or the characters are not really that interesting.
The author chose the most traditional weird portuguese names for the characters which is unusual but I found it interesting.
There is an over repetition of the names of some characters during the narrative, specially Mademoiselle Nadine Fabre and Rute Isabel.
The book also shows us the policy of most tv programs: do everything just to win the audiences.
The author could have revealed more about the story of Maria Guilhermina’s parents. We end up knowing nothing about the relationship of her mother and father and what really happened in the past.
I also think that the author could have revealed more about Maria Guilhermina’s education. If she was going to finish high school and go to college or not. One thing that is relatable about this topic is the point of view of her mother. Nowadays, unfortunately, in some cases, going to college is pointless. So many people graduating and then they can’t find a job in their area. Of course having a college degree is very important but seeing so many competent people unemployed is very sad and it’s a thing that has to change in our country. But, otherwise, if her mother managed to go to college and graduate, I think that, if she has the possibility, she should give that opportunity to her daughter. Education is very important.
I was expecting more of the ending, it was a little bit inconclusive.