A review by silverthistle
Manhattan Beach by Jennifer Egan

emotional mysterious reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

3 stars. I like Jennifer Eagan's writing, and the premise of this story was interesting as someone who enjoys historical fiction. However, I felt the characters were a bit emotionless and unformed. I liked the multiple perspectives but, as a reader, they did not feel intimate.