A review by cindy_f
Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro

5.0

Never Let Me Go is a poignant exploration of humanity and morality, told through the eyes of Kathy H. as she reflects on her time at the boarding school, Hailsham. Ishiguro is a master at storytelling, as he delicately reveals the fate of Kathy and her friends, Ruth and Tommy, while exploring the values instilled in them by their school. Through Kathy's recollections, we are drawn into the intricate web of their friendships and the unsettling truths they must confront about their own existence. The gradual revelation of their destiny is both heart-wrenching and thought-provoking, leaving readers with a profound sense of empathy and introspection. Despite knowing the central premise of the story, Ishiguro's skillful storytelling captivated me from start to finish. This book has been on my bookshelf for the longest time- unread, simply because the plot was revealed to me, but since it survived many book “unhauls,” I decided it was time to give it a go. And I’m so glad I did. I know these characters will stay with me for a very long time.