R E K. (bigstone) - , reviewed on + 1438 more book reviews
It's well written, creative and scary. In fact, is one of the most violent books I've read including mysteries yet it won the Orange Prize. I have to wonder about that.
Was Kevin born bad, a bad seed, or was his mother's reaction to his birth and childhood responsible? And, his father's enthusiasm, too much to believe even for a child, might be at fault as well. Since this is fiction we can only speculate. I do know that some of the early signs of disturbance can be attributed to childhood and the changes a child experiences. Without a doubt, Kevin was pampered in every way, especially by his father. Why should a parent take so much responsibility for a what a child does? Why should society place full blame on the mother? Or, does it?
Did I like this book? I'm still trying to decide but I gave it three stars nonetheless. Can I recommend it to others? I'm not sure. Am I glad I read it? Again, I'm not sure. Maybe time will help me answer these questions.
Was Kevin born bad, a bad seed, or was his mother's reaction to his birth and childhood responsible? And, his father's enthusiasm, too much to believe even for a child, might be at fault as well. Since this is fiction we can only speculate. I do know that some of the early signs of disturbance can be attributed to childhood and the changes a child experiences. Without a doubt, Kevin was pampered in every way, especially by his father. Why should a parent take so much responsibility for a what a child does? Why should society place full blame on the mother? Or, does it?
Did I like this book? I'm still trying to decide but I gave it three stars nonetheless. Can I recommend it to others? I'm not sure. Am I glad I read it? Again, I'm not sure. Maybe time will help me answer these questions.
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