A review by rgalts
Gold by Chris Cleave

5.0

I picked up this book at a little free library, because I had read two of the author’s other books many years ago. I don’t remember them well, but remembered not loving the way the author addressed pain and trauma, though I may have been too young to understand it. I especially enjoyed this book as a former competitive athlete - the sports psychology was intricate and fascinating, and at times, I felt personally called out. As the plot unraveled, I became enthralled with the book and the ways the personal and athletic fates of the characters intersected. I could have done without Sophie’s lengthy Star Wars metaphors, but maybe someone who is a fan would have enjoyed those. All in all, I loved this book, though I imagine if I didn’t feel so personally connected to the psychology of it I might have given it 4 stars.