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At first, I didn't really like this novel. The first part was uneventful and dull. But when Robbie's part started, it drew me in, so as Briony in the hospital. I liked the book better after each page. The characters feel very real and their stories are really interesting. Overall I liked this novel a lot.

molly_salman's review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No

4.25

vigilantesupreme's review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

mgl_reads's review against another edition

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reflective sad slow-paced

4.0

jesperfaheyluvr's review against another edition

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dark emotional mysterious sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

angelinite's review against another edition

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emotional mysterious reflective slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

i really felt drawn into this book. i was in that long, languid summer's day, i felt the way it clouded the thoughts, then suddenly i was on the interminable walk to the shore at dunkirk. i'm not sure how much i loved the ending but it doesn't take away from the story.

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