Atonement by Ian McEwan Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Atonement
Book Review: Abandon all Hope ye who Enter Here
Summary: 1 Stars
In all my life, I have only ever been unable to finish two books. Atonement is the second. After having such high hopes from other reviewers and friends, I made it halfway into this book - reaching, at last, the crime - before having to toss the book aside. It is cliche, none of the characters are remotely likable, or even bearable, and the writing is over-detailed to the point that it makes a reader struggle to remember what is actually happening in the story. It is with great regret that I am forced to add another book to my "Unbearable" list, and hope that no more innocents are trapped into reading Atonement.Book Review: Absorbing, moving story
Summary: 5 Stars
I couldn't put this novel down and read it in two sittings. Of the books I've read in the past few months, this is my favorite. The characters are extremely well-developed, and the plot is engaging and deeply moving. I'm eager to read more by this writer who was new to me.Book Review: Achingly beautiful
Summary: 5 Stars
The story of "Atonement" is beautiful, almost painfully so. I could not put the book down--I was completely enraptured...and cried like a baby. You feel for these characters to the point of forgetting that they are in fact characters. The book is absolutely wonderful. Even though the film adaptation is quite moving, it does not do the novel justice. I most definitely recommend reading.Book Review: Amazing
Summary: 5 Stars
On a hot summer day in 1935, a young English girl named Briony sees something she doesn't understand, which results tragically in the separation of her older sister and her lover.
This was a very beautifully written novel about how one naive girl's misinterpretaion and vengeance can affect many people's lives, all against the backdrop of World War II. I really liked the author's complex and insightful style of writing.
Book Review: An Absolutely Outstanding Piece of Literature
Summary: 5 Stars
Atonement, by Ian McEwan, is my favorite book. The character development is exceptional and the the storyline is intriguing. I fell in love with Robbie and all of the characters in this story. The book captivated me from Chapter One. The ending is surprising, but emotional and powerful. I love this book and I HIGHLY recommend reading it. You will not be disappointed. Read the book before you see the movie (which is equally impressive).