Christy S. (figsandthistles) reviewed on 2/17/2010 + 2 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 2

Initially I supposed that the format of the book, a series of letters written in an epistolary style by several characters, would be difficult at best and incoherent at worst: I was wrong on both counts.

The character development is quick, and the characters themselves prove to be endearing. The story line centers on the German occupation of the Channel Island of Guernsey and the perseverance of the Islanders.

Julia, the focal point of the novel, has an acerbic wit that brought levity to the otherwise harrowing subject matter.

I enjoyed the book and finished it within two days!

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