Reviews

The Book Of Secrets by Fiona Kidman

katjnz's review

reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Rape

bridget_r's review

4.0

Pre-goodreads

jada_rolston's review

emotional mysterious reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

kiwi_fruit's review

1.0

I was excited to pick up this book as this novel describes the extraordinary story of the Scottish preacher's journey around the world to finally settle in Waipu (NZ), a place that I love and where I like to spend some R&R time. The people of Waipu are very proud of their heritage, they celebrate every year organising a Caledonian festival with Scottish music, dances and highland games. They even have a small museum dedicated to the settlers.
Unfortunately the author’s writing style, gloomy and disjointed, wasn’t my cup of tea and made the reading hard going for me. I rarely abandon a book but sadly I decided to put this book aside at about half way. Very disappointing That I couldn't finish it as I am very much interested in the topic and would love to learn more.
DNF @ 55%

jesper_fahey's review

4.0

This book was beautifully written and had a loveky maloncolic feel to it.