276 pages • first pub 1997 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780099778017
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
A young composer returns to Belfast for her father's funeral. Memories of the claustrophobic enclave and her fastidious, nagging mother, remind her of why she left in the first place. The healing effect of music figures prominently in this novel.
Community Reviews Summary of 86 reviews
Moods
reflective 100%
hopeful 66%
sad 66%
dark 33%
funny 16%
inspiring 16%
tense 16%
Pace
slow 28%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 83% | A mix: 16%Strong character development?
Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%Loveable characters?
Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 83% | N/A: 16%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 66% | No: 33%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Alcoholism, Death of parentMinor
Physical abuse
276 pages • first pub 1997 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780099778017
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
A young composer returns to Belfast for her father's funeral. Memories of the claustrophobic enclave and her fastidious, nagging mother, remind her of why she left in the first place. The healing effect of music figures prominently in this novel.
Community Reviews Summary of 86 reviews
Moods
reflective 100%
hopeful 66%
sad 66%
dark 33%
funny 16%
inspiring 16%
tense 16%
Pace
slow 28%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 83% | A mix: 16%Strong character development?
Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%Loveable characters?
Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 83% | N/A: 16%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 66% | No: 33%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Alcoholism, Death of parentMinor
Physical abuse