hannicogood's review
3.0
It’s a dark take on the everyday monotony of a woman trying keep a hotel on the edge of a swamp from totally disintegrating. It has elements of gothic, as well as plagues of biblical proportions. Also not much of a plot. But it still manages to be compelling.
bllplank's review
dark
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
ric's review
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
gibsramm's review
dark
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
piccoline's review
5.0
What a marvelously-wrought gem. Mysterious, hypnotic, and just the right length. Of course you never really know with a translation, but Redonnet seems to have a very poetic gift. I'm excited to read more. (As of 11/8/11 this book, and her _Nevermore_ and _Candy Story, are all on massive sale at University of Nebraska Press. (I think the discount code is "SALE75" or something like that. Or look under the "Bargain Books" link.)
I guess the novel is somewhat indescribable, since I didn't describe it much. Three aging sisters in a hotel their grandmother built in the swamp. And the swamp is winning, as swamps often do.
I guess the novel is somewhat indescribable, since I didn't describe it much. Three aging sisters in a hotel their grandmother built in the swamp. And the swamp is winning, as swamps often do.
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