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A review by carly23r
Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck
dark
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Once again the Booker prizes have picked an intriguing read. The quote on the front of the UK version helped the experience though - clearly put there to signal the allegorical nature of the book before readers begin.
I have a lot of tenderness for Katharina and enjoyed slipping into the world of the GDR for a while. However there are a lot of moments that can’t be described as anything other than pretentious.
A solid pick from the Booker judges and I’m glad I read it.
I have a lot of tenderness for Katharina and enjoyed slipping into the world of the GDR for a while. However there are a lot of moments that can’t be described as anything other than pretentious.
A solid pick from the Booker judges and I’m glad I read it.