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Definitely in the 3.5 territory. The resolution (if there even was one) felt very rushed compared to the rest of the book and the pacing was a bit all over the place throughout. But I did get drawn into both the storylines, but don't entirely understand why the 1999 storyline was required. I'd have preferred a bit more fleshing out of the 1929 story.

hhh_111's review against another edition

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2.0

I liked the original story line, but felt like it ended somewhat abruptly. I kinda want to reread this book already. Favourite quote was falling out of love is different to letting go of the pain

tashab27's review against another edition

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emotional reflective sad medium-paced

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

4.0

courtneyjane's review against another edition

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5.0

An excellent little story that touches on a lot of stuff in a short amount of time.

Mainly though, the choices men get to make with no repercussions vs the non choices women get within a fundamental society.

Plus it's longlisted for the 2021 Booker Prize.

More people should read this one.

emmyinthestacks's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful reflective sad tense medium-paced

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

4.0

tara_pikachu's review against another edition

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4.0

How is it possible that the author didn’t read a novel until he was 18? He is a natural storyteller. This book definitely left me wanting more.

spaul1's review against another edition

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3.0

can appreciate but I think left me a little bored!

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