Reviews

A Trick of Light by Karen Blomain

scottishlindsay's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective relaxing sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

derbit's review against another edition

3.0

Shortly after returning home from a business trip Ben is lying in his wife Hattie's arms on the brink of telling her something important when suddenly... he dies. Hattie struggles with wanting to know the secret Ben never got the opportunity to tell her. Her need to know brings her to Hartford where she does indeed discover Ben's secret, but she also discovers a great deal about herself.

All in all the book was an enjoyable read. The writing was a bit choppy at times, and there were some auxiliary characters who did not seem entirely necessary (Mr. Miles and Paul). As a whole though, I liked it.

willowmorgan's review

3.0

I enjoyed this book, the good and kindness of people hearts won. A trick of light, a trick of your memory?

arosieoutlook's review

3.0

Easy read but lack of a proper ending frustrated.

lakekiwi's review

4.0

A fascinating story of a woman who finds out her husband had another family and how she handled it. I found myself able to understand the emotional and psychological development of the story. It was beautifully told and shared.