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callies's review against another edition
5.0
Symbolically named after the Checkov play, this is a wonderful little story that paints the characters and their modern dilemmas in an extremely engaging way. I got lost in this tale, and it took me a while to blink myself back to reality when it ended. I did find the ending a bit sudden, but the themes of what you have done with your life, and questions of whether it is worthwhile make this a thought provoking single sitting serving.
theconstantreader's review against another edition
4.0
The tone of this book was sublime. There is something in the way Funder told this story which had me flipping pages and not wanting it to end.
Tess is such a well-told character. Exploring the complexities of mid-life, wondering what might have been and what could be next. A really lovely novella.
Tess is such a well-told character. Exploring the complexities of mid-life, wondering what might have been and what could be next. A really lovely novella.
wendoxford's review against another edition
3.0
A hauntingly written novella about life choices. It is minimalist in every sense - sharp writing conjures up an entire picture of present and past, responsibilities and dreams. Whilst I enjoyed the writing I didn't much like the content and Tess the protagonist whose mid-life wobble seemed unconvincing and indulgent.
zjdhudson's review against another edition
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
lindacc's review against another edition
4.0
A short tale of revisiting a first love and what could have been