mugglemom 's review for:

3.0

This was a quick read & Jeremy Irons was the narrator, so I definitely knew I would be engrossed.

I’ve never seen the movie based on the novel, but I always wanted to watch it because it was considered for many awards. But based on the book, I’m not so sure why it was considered award-worthy. To be honest, the novel seemed simple. So, I ‘googled’ the book and it helps explain why it was considered to be “notable”. Perhaps it was because it was the time period covered or publication?

Either way, I not sure if I agree but it could be just I’m too simple too. Good story nonetheless but not 5 stars for me.