The Idiot discussion

For comments about Part One: Chapters 1-5

Oh my gosh! I'm still only on chapter two. I need to catch up to you! LOL!

Karen wrote: "I find the first few chapters surprisingly readable and understandable. The introduction of characters and their back stories are interesting and enjoyable. Already, I am fond of Prince Myshkin. He..."

I enjoyed the first few chapters, too. But, I got confused about the relationship between Totsky and Natasya. It seemed like they'd had an affair of some sort, but it wasn't really clear. Is that what you got out of it?