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A review by raebennison
In Ascension by Martin MacInnes
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Well. What a book.
I was instantly gripped by the first and second sections of the book. As a marine biologist myself, I thoroughly enjoyed the science that is mentioned throughout and the way Leigh describes her connection to the ocean had me mesmerised. By the last quarter of the book, I did struggle with the pace. I also found some of the sentences to be very long winded and nonsensical.
The end of the book was mysterious and reflective. I enjoyed it although it was perhaps a more challenging read than I had anticipated.
Bravo!
I was instantly gripped by the first and second sections of the book. As a marine biologist myself, I thoroughly enjoyed the science that is mentioned throughout and the way Leigh describes her connection to the ocean had me mesmerised. By the last quarter of the book, I did struggle with the pace. I also found some of the sentences to be very long winded and nonsensical.
The end of the book was mysterious and reflective. I enjoyed it although it was perhaps a more challenging read than I had anticipated.
Bravo!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Physical abuse, and Dementia
Minor: Terminal illness