272 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780571366293
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Faber Faber
Publication date: 06 May 2021
Description
A woman invites a famed artist to visit the remote coastal region where she lives, in the belief that his vision will penetrate the mystery of her life and landscape. Over the course of one hot summer, his provocative presence provides the frame f...
Community Reviews Summary of 2,579 reviews
Moods
emotional 42%
challenging 36%
dark 29%
tense 24%
mysterious 21%
sad 16%
relaxing 4%
funny 3%
inspiring 3%
hopeful 2%
adventurous 1%
lighthearted 1%
Pace
medium 32%
fast 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 89% | A mix: 7% | Plot: 1%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 39% | Yes: 34% | No: 24% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
No: 57% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 7%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 69% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, InfidelityModerate
Self harm, Animal death, Body shamingMinor
Child abuse, Death, Suicidal thoughts
272 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780571366293
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Faber Faber
Publication date: 06 May 2021
Description
A woman invites a famed artist to visit the remote coastal region where she lives, in the belief that his vision will penetrate the mystery of her life and landscape. Over the course of one hot summer, his provocative presence provides the frame f...
Community Reviews Summary of 2,579 reviews
Moods
emotional 42%
challenging 36%
dark 29%
tense 24%
mysterious 21%
sad 16%
relaxing 4%
funny 3%
inspiring 3%
hopeful 2%
adventurous 1%
lighthearted 1%
Pace
medium 32%
fast 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 89% | A mix: 7% | Plot: 1%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 39% | Yes: 34% | No: 24% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
No: 57% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 7%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 69% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, InfidelityModerate
Self harm, Animal death, Body shamingMinor
Child abuse, Death, Suicidal thoughts