Honestly, what can I say about this epic novel? I cannot concisely share my opinions about this book...at least, not original opinions nor do I want to go into all the reasons why I stuck with and loved this story. However, here is my brief attempt: There's a reason why this novel is a masterpiece and why it is one of the greatest novels of all time. Hugo is a master at details - if I were more familiar with Paris, I would be able to see where a lot of the story takes place. You delve into not only the physical aspects of characters, so much so that you can imagine what they look like, but also their inner battles and triumphs. Hugo goes off on tangents explaining why he is writing the book, the use and importance of language and the importance of historical events. These reasons and many more that I have not named are why this novel is so great and unforgettable.