“I just finished this and my heart is breaking for the characters. It's dark and dreary, much like the English seaside that's such a focal character in the story. I wanted to reach into the pages and shake the characters and tell them to stop standing in the way of their own happiness. Frances is the most tragic character, but the author so beautiful revives hope through her children. It may be too late for her, but the children can correct their mistakes before it's too late for them too. I think I need a shot of sunshine after reading this book, but I must be a glutton for depression because I can't wait to start my next Patrick Gale book. ”
Bethany D wrote this review Wednesday, February 13 2008.
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