208 pages • first pub 1972 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780385491051
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Anchor
Publication date: 16 March 1998
Description
From the bestselling author of The Handmaid’s Tale and The Testaments—this story of an artist who goes in search of her missing father on a remote island in northern Quebec is a provocative blend of literary mystery, psychological thriller, and sp...
Community Reviews Summary of 2,241 reviews
Moods
mysterious 66%
reflective 64%
challenging 45%
emotional 40%
tense 40%
sad 20%
adventurous 14%
hopeful 1%
Pace
medium 32%
fast 8%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 85% | A mix: 11% | N/A: 2% | Plot: 1%Strong character development?
Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 15%Loveable characters?
No: 71% | It's complicated: 24% | Yes: 4%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 90% | It's complicated: 6% | Yes: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 5%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Abortion, Animal death, DeathModerate
Death of parent, Sexual assault, Emotional abuseMinor
Sexual content
208 pages • first pub 1972 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780385491051
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Anchor
Publication date: 16 March 1998
Description
From the bestselling author of The Handmaid’s Tale and The Testaments—this story of an artist who goes in search of her missing father on a remote island in northern Quebec is a provocative blend of literary mystery, psychological thriller, and sp...
Community Reviews Summary of 2,241 reviews
Moods
mysterious 66%
reflective 64%
challenging 45%
emotional 40%
tense 40%
sad 20%
adventurous 14%
hopeful 1%
Pace
medium 32%
fast 8%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 85% | A mix: 11% | N/A: 2% | Plot: 1%Strong character development?
Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 15%Loveable characters?
No: 71% | It's complicated: 24% | Yes: 4%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 90% | It's complicated: 6% | Yes: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 5%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Abortion, Animal death, DeathModerate
Death of parent, Sexual assault, Emotional abuseMinor
Sexual content