Title: Fast read, but not as good as other Shreve novels
Product review: I am a huge Anita Shreve fan and I awaited this novel with much anticipation. As with all of her novels, it is very well written, she makes you care about the characters, and she writes about their sad situation with poignancy. Some parts of the story are very, very sad and I believe she does a very good job of describing the pain and hopelessness of one who has suffered such a tragic loss.But .... the ending is just terrible. I was expecting a turning point for the main characters and, although this was hinted at, she stopped short of delivering. Even more annoying is the fact that there were many loose ends left untied.This is a good book if you're looking for a fast read with emotional depth, but don't expect a satisfying ending. A better choice would be "The Weight of Water", "The Last Time They Met", or my absolute favorite, "Resistance".
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