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Sarah (7798 KP) rated The Corset in Books

Oct 4, 2019

The Corset

Laura Purcell | 2018 | Fiction & Poetry, History & Politics, Mystery

9.0

(3 Ratings)

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A gripping read

I love it when you pick up a book that you know nothing about, from an author you've never read before and it turns out to be a fantastic and addictive read.

This is marvellous Victorian thriller set from the points of view of two flawed yet highly interesting characters. The central plot of murder, intrigue and abuse is written very well and is a brilliant page turner. I literally couldn't put this book down. It's not perfect and gets a tad rambly at times with some slightly old school language, but for the most part it's such an entertaining read. And the ending was completely unexpected and such a great twist, I really didnt see it coming.

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Fayce McRobbie (19 KP) rated Out in Books

Aug 24, 2019

Out

Natsuo Kirino | 2005

8.0

(3 Ratings)

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An exciting read (1 more)

An insight into another culture

A strong writing style and gripping story

Even though the story itself may seem far fetched, Kirino writes in a way that captures the bleakness and monotony of the women's lives and makes everything they feel, say and do seem so relatable and real that you don't question their motives or seemingly unrealistic decisions.
One of my favourite things about this book was portrayal of uncomfortable family dynamics and the odd state of limbo these women lived in, professionally and personally - something like looking into a window on another culture and generation.
It's a story that manages to be shocking, gruesome, almost inhuman but still somehow so comparable to our own world.