A review by dakotamclane
The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman

adventurous dark emotional hopeful mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I’ve not read a Gaiman book I haven’t liked and this was no exception. It didn’t quite capture my attention like some others, hence why it took my so long to get thru, but I did enjoy the ride. I had no idea what I was really getting into when I first started it (it was a tandem read suggestion from a friend), so I wasn’t expecting the mild horror aspect of it. Main character, not my fav, but I adore the Hempstock women.