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A review by nicosimmonds
Atonement by Ian McEwan
challenging
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Great read, the way McEwan describes characters and setting is undeniably human and most characters are tastefully developed, balanced and well fleshed-out. Not many complaints, loved the ending too.
Graphic: Gun violence, Rape, and Terminal illness
Moderate: Death