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A review by ari__s
The Descendants by Kaui Hart Hemmings
4.0
Disclaimer: I did read the book before seeing the movie.
I really enjoyed this book, as chillingly sad it is. But it was powerful and well written, addressing a lot of things that no one really has any answers to: how to handle growing children, how to balance work and life, how to say goodbye - there's at least one thing a reader can relate to in this novel, I don't doubt that. I'm interested to see how it translated to film - I've heard very good things, though I'm not sure I've actually spoken with anyone who has seen the movie and read the book, and not in that order.
Overall, a quick read that still manages to raise that sadness in your throat, though it leaves you uplifted and hopeful. A definite recommend.
I really enjoyed this book, as chillingly sad it is. But it was powerful and well written, addressing a lot of things that no one really has any answers to: how to handle growing children, how to balance work and life, how to say goodbye - there's at least one thing a reader can relate to in this novel, I don't doubt that. I'm interested to see how it translated to film - I've heard very good things, though I'm not sure I've actually spoken with anyone who has seen the movie and read the book, and not in that order.
Overall, a quick read that still manages to raise that sadness in your throat, though it leaves you uplifted and hopeful. A definite recommend.