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annacameron 's review for:
The Child in Time
by Ian McEwan
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Such a brilliant premise for a novel. Starting the story at one of the most horrifying scenarios one could imagine, the book is an emotional and human exploration of grief and angst. I really enjoyed the portrayals of the 2 main characters and their differing reactions to the event, and how this evolved over the passage of time. There were a few moments where I wondered where the plot was going, and I would of liked it to refocus a little more before the ending. However, I did love the final pages of the book and felt it ended perfectly. Another engaging and unique read from McEwan.