For me, it’s Heathcliff and Catherine’s relationship in *Wuthering Heights*. Throughout TV and film people portray their love (and the novel in general) as a stunning romance story. And yes, the novel looks at their complex relationship, but it is ultimately a revenge tragedy.
It’s a novel about a man (who after getting rejected by the woman he loves) dedicates his life to ensuring that she and everyone connected with her is miserable. How this story became associated with a beautiful tale of love, I will never understand.
Are there any characters/novels/ideas that you think are often misunderstood?
by Sad_Bat_9059