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A review by jaduxenn
In Memoriam by Alice Winn
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Beautiful and heartbreaking! This is the kind of book that will sit with me for a long time.
"In Memoriam" by Alice Winn is an extraordinary literary masterpiece that has left an indelible mark on my heart. From the moment I delved into its pages, I was entranced by the sheer power and beauty of the story it wove. This is undoubtedly a five-star book that deserves all the acclaim it receives.
The characters in "In Memoriam" are exquisitely crafted and utterly relatable as we follow their struggles and heartaches through their youth at a boys boarding school in England through the front in WW1. Each protagonist, with their unique perspectives and experiences, adds depth to the overarching narrative, making it impossible not to become emotionally invested in their stories.
Alice Winn's prose is nothing short of enchanting. Their writing is rich, evocative, and thought-provoking. They effortlessly capture the essence of the era, from the grandeur of the boarding school to the horror of the trenches in Belgium during WWI.
In conclusion, "In Memoriam" by Alice Winn is an exceptional literary work, an epic tale of both the devastating tragedies of war and the forbidden romance that blooms in its grip; In Memoriam is a breathtaking debut.
"In Memoriam" by Alice Winn is an extraordinary literary masterpiece that has left an indelible mark on my heart. From the moment I delved into its pages, I was entranced by the sheer power and beauty of the story it wove. This is undoubtedly a five-star book that deserves all the acclaim it receives.
The characters in "In Memoriam" are exquisitely crafted and utterly relatable as we follow their struggles and heartaches through their youth at a boys boarding school in England through the front in WW1. Each protagonist, with their unique perspectives and experiences, adds depth to the overarching narrative, making it impossible not to become emotionally invested in their stories.
Alice Winn's prose is nothing short of enchanting. Their writing is rich, evocative, and thought-provoking. They effortlessly capture the essence of the era, from the grandeur of the boarding school to the horror of the trenches in Belgium during WWI.
In conclusion, "In Memoriam" by Alice Winn is an exceptional literary work, an epic tale of both the devastating tragedies of war and the forbidden romance that blooms in its grip; In Memoriam is a breathtaking debut.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Antisemitism, Blood, War, Alcohol, Death, Gore, Panic attacks/disorders, Gun violence, Homophobia, Mental illness, Grief, and Violence