Interesting. Confusing (was the mother watching or imagining?) Liked the use of quotes - I liked working out how they related to the chapter, what they were supposed to mean in the context of the book. Disturbing. Not particularly an enjoyable read. I have read another of her books, Shiver, and found that a bit disturbing too, maybe uncomfortable for being so open and honest. Must read Bride Stripped Bare one day. Don't expect that to be enjoyable either. Why does Nikki Gemmell insist on writing everything in the 2nd person? It's no longer clever or interesting, and, despite what SOME reviews say, it doesn’t make her writing more ‘lyrical’. It just grates. Admittedly, it was moderately interesting in “The Bride Stripped Bare”, as its use increased the sense that this could be an ‘every woman’ experience, while also presenting an interesting take on certain feminist academics’ use of the 1st person plural, ‘we’. However, in “The Book of Rapture” it just came off as tired. The writing irritated me in other ways as well. Metaphors and similes can have wonderful effects, but only when they are used well. The rest of the time, as in “The Book of Rapture”, they just seem forced. This is especially so when they come spouting from the mouths of characters who are supposed to be a small children. Children do not speak this way – they know better.Equally, while the plot could and should have been exciting and interesting, I was just bored.I didn’t like this book.
What do You think about The Book Of Rapture (2009)?
Read wanting to know what's happening, missed a lot of the religious references.
—mary
I can't even finish this book..........
—Chikoberry
