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manderzreadz's review against another edition
3.0
While the story of this book was interesting, I felt like it was too short with very little character development. With the double timeline, there wasn’t a chance to get invested with them both. Overall, it was still a quick read, but it left me wanting more.
amyw2's review against another edition
4.0
A good read, although I felt the beginning of the book was stronger than it was towards the end.
stevemozza's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-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
4.0
csgiansante's review against another edition
3.0
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
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
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
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.
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.