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A review by fbarros
Burial Rites by Hannah Kent
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
4.25
I have to give a lot of credit to the author on this one. This book, centered on the characters and their personal journeys, had me absolutely captivated.
I was genuinely anxious while reading it even though the plot is already fixed. It made me reflect on what it means to come to terms with death, injustice, and honestly, I couldn't put it down.
The only minor quibble I have is that I wished for more exploration of those breathtaking Icelandic landscapes. Nevertheless, the desolation of certain places is definitely conveyed, which significantly influenced the overall atmosphere of the book.
After another emotionally charged read, I think it's time for a break from sad books
I was genuinely anxious while reading it even though the plot is already fixed. It made me reflect on what it means to come to terms with death, injustice, and honestly, I couldn't put it down.
The only minor quibble I have is that I wished for more exploration of those breathtaking Icelandic landscapes. Nevertheless, the desolation of certain places is definitely conveyed, which significantly influenced the overall atmosphere of the book.
After another emotionally charged read, I think it's time for a break from sad books
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pedophilia, Rape, Suicidal thoughts, Murder, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Death, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Sexual content, and Grief