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astroprof's review
4.0
Appealing novelization of the life of an unappealing man, the slightness of the story is offset by the interesting window into early nineteenth century life near Cambridge, England.
ali_w15's review
3.0
I loved the character of Nell and the wonderful sense of time and place but I found Rupert irritating and self-centered. I did enjoy, however, the part of the story regarding his connections to Tahiti and the time he spent there.
logopolis's review
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia and Classism
Minor: Antisemitism, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexism, and Miscarriage
mayawildgoose's review
2.0
I didn't find this book compelling enough to finish. Maybe I didn't give it a good enough chance but I just couldn't really relate to the story...
chrissireads's review
I really enjoyed this book based on the prose, poems and letters of Rupert Brooke. Jill Dawson was very clever to interpret these documents in order to form the character. I loved the characters, but ultimately found Nell Golightly a more interesting character. A good read, easy to read. I would recommend it.
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