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Ian McEwan, On Chesil Beach

“A beautifully written story; a perfect demonstration...”

Written on: 02/05/2010 by albrown (1 review written)

A beautifully written story; a perfect demonstration of how books can be both economical and utterly evocative. As good as anything Ian McEwan has ever written. I also highly recommend the audiobook, which is narrated by the author. (read more)

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“A little gem. It is a sharp and sad portrayal of a...”

Written on: 11/09/2008 by SunnySky (1 review written)

A little gem. It is a sharp and sad portrayal of a disastrous marriage, made more poignant by its setting at a time just before the great social liberations and greater sexual freedoms of the sixties. (read more)

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“'On Chesil Beach' shares with other of the novels of...”

Written on: 29/07/2008 by ruthie H (3 reviews written)

'On Chesil Beach' shares with other of the novels of Ian McEwan the sense that there can exist a pivotal, in this case cruel, moment which can change lives for ever. Perhaps the author allows his preoccupation with this central idea to override his sense of human authenticity in this piece. (read more)

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“Set in England in the 60's, 'On Chesil Beach' tells...”

Written on: 22/10/2007 by rhwoodward (1 review written)

Set in England in the 60's, 'On Chesil Beach' tells the tale of two sexually inexperienced newly weds on their wedding night. Each has their own thoughts and reservations about their first time together - Florence is dreading the whole affair, but still wants to please her new husband, and Edward has fears that his over-excitement will spoil his first night with his new wife.
As the night unfolds, their doubts are made apparent to each other, and the consequences of that night will change... (read more)

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“As a committed fan of McEwan I found this book his...”

Written on: 12/10/2007 by rekhamurty

As a committed fan of McEwan I found this book his weakest attempt and am astonished at the nomination. The Booker must be more meritorious in its slew of titles. (read more)

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