Janet Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 The Quickening Maze by Adam Foulds The Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicx27 Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 Great review, Janet. This book is on my TBR pile. Unlike you, I know nothing about Clare really, but the book appeals to me. I like short sections in books too - they definitely make me read quicker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet Posted June 10, 2010 Author Share Posted June 10, 2010 (edited) I don't think it matters if you don't know about Clare. It's not essential to the story. Essentially the 'facts' about him are based on real events, but I would say it stands up as a story in its own right. I do hope you enjoy it. Edited June 10, 2010 by Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookie Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 OK I'm convinced...added to wish list to be bought soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weave Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 Great review Janet, I added it to my wishlist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesilbeach Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 I've just finished reading this one. I've written a full review over in my reading list thread, but I just wanted to say that I think you can definitely enjoy this book without knowing anything about John Clare. A very enjoyable book to read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Readwine Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 I just finished this book and although Foulds, in my opinion writes beautifully, the storyline left me a bit empty. I felt the characters were only skeletal and needed a bit more flesh. Just could never really sink my teeth into it. I really struggled to finish it and only did to enjoy the writing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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