Alexis T. (Kyrissaean) reviewed on 1/25/2008 + 164 more book reviews

I am not usually a short story reader, or a reader of literary fiction for that matter, but there is something very compelling about Temptleton's writing. I picked the book up for a peek and ended up reading the title story in a fast gulp. The rest I dabbled through more slowly. Europe in the first half of the twentieth century had such a strong, particular flavor to it, and it sings through these stories (which is not surprising from a good author who seems to have lived in so many parts of it!). The prose is not flowery or overly verbose, but very well nuanced -- I suppose that would be ideal for short stories. Very interesting book, especially for the ambience.

Back to all reviews by this member
Back to all reviews of this book
Back to Book Reviews
Back to Book Details