A review by abrswf
Passage by Connie Willis
5.0
A truly fascinating novel about love, friendship,
and the meaning of near death experiences. It felt aimless, almost absurdist, until about the half way point, when many seemingly disparate elements suddenly snapped into place and the book became absolutely gripping. It’s also delightfully literary, with many references to poetry, classic novels, and films, and a focus on words and metaphor. It’s utterly perfect that chapter begins with a different set of last words and final messages. And a final bonus is that you will learn more, much more than you expected about Titanic and some other famous disasters.
and the meaning of near death experiences. It felt aimless, almost absurdist, until about the half way point, when many seemingly disparate elements suddenly snapped into place and the book became absolutely gripping. It’s also delightfully literary, with many references to poetry, classic novels, and films, and a focus on words and metaphor. It’s utterly perfect that chapter begins with a different set of last words and final messages. And a final bonus is that you will learn more, much more than you expected about Titanic and some other famous disasters.