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A review by annamariesreads
The Road by Cormac McCarthy
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The best thing about the novel was the style. Cormac McCarthy is definitely a talented writer (stating the obvious).
The relationship between father and son was utterly convincing and reminded me slightly of the novel Room by Emma Donoghue.
The reason I've not given this novel a higher score is that I just wish I knew more. I wish the world was better built and I wish there had been a bit more focus on the plot, although the characters were very compelling.
Definitely not a waste of time to read but if you are looking for a plot that satisfies, this may not be for you.
The relationship between father and son was utterly convincing and reminded me slightly of the novel Room by Emma Donoghue.
The reason I've not given this novel a higher score is that I just wish I knew more. I wish the world was better built and I wish there had been a bit more focus on the plot, although the characters were very compelling.
Definitely not a waste of time to read but if you are looking for a plot that satisfies, this may not be for you.