A review by heyjessa
Alias Grace, by Margaret Atwood

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

5.0

Masterful and inventive reimagining of a true story. Leaves one wondering. Is Grace guilty or innocent? Is her amnesia genuine?Is she in cahoots with the various men in her life or is she truly as innocent as she pretends to be?Does she actually suffer from intense mental health struggles or is she a superb actress, liar, and manipulator? All of the above? We're sort of left without real answers, which I don't always love, but in this case it's wonderful food for thought. Margaret Atwood is brilliant.
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