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3.46 AVERAGE
3.46 AVERAGE
Ugh- i just could not get into this book at all. It should have been a total win for me but maybe it was just poor timing ?
After the first 50-75 pages, I had hoped this was going to be a 5 star book, the middle was a little "messy," and the final 50 pages redeemed it and brought it back up to 4 stars. All in all, if you are interested in WWII and the post war time period -- and especially spy stories -- it's a worthwhile historical mystery. There's an unusual point of view that was intriguing and a good twist that I did not see coming.
I was disappointed with Atkinson's latest, particularly since I adored Life After Life. This had all the elements to make it great: the backdrop of WW2, quirky British characters, and an intriguing plot. And yet it never really took off for me. I didn't connect with Juliet and found the timeline to be very choppy and disjointed. Nevertheless, I love Atkinson's style and her portrayal of the lasting damage of the war on England and her people is brilliant.
I thought this book was just ok. I never felt terribly connected to any of the characters, or all that interested in what happened next.
Solid 3.5 stars. This is not on a par with Atkinson’s Behind the Scenes at the Museum or Life After Life, But it’s an entertaining spy story.
I have a soft spot for war stories with female protagonists. So, I read a lot of them. This book was special because it has a lot of mystery to it. And, although we watch the characters, Juliet especially, very closely, there is still so much surprise. I highly recommend it.
DNF at 75 pages. Plot moves at a snail’s pace, and I wasn’t invested in any of the characters.
I always like Atkinson. This isn't my favorite of hers but I think anything she writes is worth reading.
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I absolutely loved this book! The characters were well rounded and interesting, the plot was riveting, and as always, Kate Atkinson manages to jump through time without losing her readers. An instant classic on my bookshelf!