All reviews for Inquietud/ Disquiet (Spanish Edition) (2008)
Reviews (see all)
Write review
I really enjoyed this book, and appreciated that it was so small. It reminded me of Brokeback Mountain, in the sense that it really packed a punch in those short amount of pages. The story is set in France, and alludes to a time in Australia, but the characters are what's important. Interestingly enough, the main character is only referred to as 'the woman'. 'The Woman' has two children, and has brought them with her back home to France, after leaving her abusive husband in Australia. Because this story is so small, I don't want to give anything else away- I recommend reading this great story. It is easy enough to read in a day, but will keep you thinking long after that. I'm going to see what else I can read from Julia Leigh :)
This book is full of lush description and finely rendered moments but there is no substance, here. There is nothing to hold onto. Disquiet is a slim novel that is far too slim. Too much goes unsaid. The characters are rather flat and narrow, save for the children who are quite well drawn. By the time we reach the climax, it is all deeply unsatisfying because we haven't been given a reason to care enough about anyone involved. This is one of those books that falls desperately short of its potential.
I enjoyed the style of writing and the story is chilling in a macabre sort of way.
Disturbing book. Not an "enjoyable" read.
Very compelling. Odd and menacing.