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naomi_hyde 's review for:
Pompeii
by Robert Harris
I read this years ago when I was at school but couldn't remember any of it so decided to re-read it.
The locations of Pompeii and Misenum were brilliantly described, and created a vivid setting for the reader to imagine. Roman life at this time was also well portrayed and meticulously described so one really got a sense of what it was like for these characters. I thought the plot was executed well, there was sufficient build-up and mystery before the main event, and it didn't feel boring or drawn out. Vesuvius didn't erupt until a good two thirds of the book had passed which really built suspense and excitement. Having said that, I thought the events following the eruption were rushed - I think more time could have been given to describing the eruption and people's reactions.
The locations of Pompeii and Misenum were brilliantly described, and created a vivid setting for the reader to imagine. Roman life at this time was also well portrayed and meticulously described so one really got a sense of what it was like for these characters. I thought the plot was executed well, there was sufficient build-up and mystery before the main event, and it didn't feel boring or drawn out. Vesuvius didn't erupt until a good two thirds of the book had passed which really built suspense and excitement. Having said that, I thought the events following the eruption were rushed - I think more time could have been given to describing the eruption and people's reactions.