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A review by jenk2020
The Lamplighters by Emma Stonex
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Overall - 4.1/5
Story - 4/5
Writing - 4.5/5
Character - 4.5/5
Memorability - 3.5/5
Enjoyment - 4/5
Would I read again? Yes
First things first, I listened to the audio and it is fantastic. Narrated by Tom Burke and Indira Varma, its one of the best narrated audiobooks I've listened to. This book was a pleasant surprise as I'd gone in expecting a gothic, historical fiction, mystery and we kind of get that but it's much more an exploration of the people left behind when tradegy strikes. I'm not sure what I was expecting, but its wasn't an interview style narration, but this does lend itself wonderfully to audio. Emma Stonex's writing is a real treat and the claustrophobic lighthouse and the threat of the ocean is really well realised. I loved it and look forward to seeing what she does next.
Story - 4/5
Writing - 4.5/5
Character - 4.5/5
Memorability - 3.5/5
Enjoyment - 4/5
Would I read again? Yes
First things first, I listened to the audio and it is fantastic. Narrated by Tom Burke and Indira Varma, its one of the best narrated audiobooks I've listened to. This book was a pleasant surprise as I'd gone in expecting a gothic, historical fiction, mystery and we kind of get that but it's much more an exploration of the people left behind when tradegy strikes. I'm not sure what I was expecting, but its wasn't an interview style narration, but this does lend itself wonderfully to audio. Emma Stonex's writing is a real treat and the claustrophobic lighthouse and the threat of the ocean is really well realised. I loved it and look forward to seeing what she does next.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse