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cartridgepink 's review for:
The Ninth Life of Louis Drax
by Liz Jensen
The writing is sharp and I didn't lose interest in the story. Louis' narration is compelling and his chapters are very strong, and if the book focused on him more, I'd've probably rated it more highly.
Unfortunately, the behaviour of almost every character hinges on accepting that Natalie is irresistibly attractive, despite her constant hysteria, obviously suspicious behaviour, grief and defensiveness. I didn't find that angle - or the related actions of other characters - believable at all.
I also personally don't agree with the social philosophising in the final chapter, but maybe that's just me.
Unfortunately, the behaviour of almost every character hinges on accepting that Natalie is irresistibly attractive, despite her constant hysteria, obviously suspicious behaviour, grief and defensiveness. I didn't find that angle - or the related actions of other characters - believable at all.
I also personally don't agree with the social philosophising in the final chapter, but maybe that's just me.