Unconditional

by Telaina Eriksen, Blake Crouch
Unconditional cover
Good Books rating 4.33
Contemporary Fiction
Technical
  • ID: 2515
  • Added: 2025-10-15
  • Updated: 2025-10-18
  • Published: 2011-01-01
  • Reviews: 3

Unconditional is a poignant exploration of a conversation between two individuals who have endured unimaginable events. The story unfolds in a way that preserves the emotional impact and revelatory nature of their dialogue, leaving readers to discover the depths of their connection and the consequences of their shared past. /n/n The book's power lies in its ability to evoke deep emotions and provoke thought about the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Without revealing too much, the narrative is crafted to keep readers engaged and invested in the unfolding story.

Reviews
Haliburton County Public Library · 2025-10-18
compelling 4.50

The story is described as a fly on the wall view of a devastating conversation, filled with emotion. The revelatory nature of the story is praised, making it a compelling read.

This review describes 'Unconditional' as a fly on the wall view of a deeply emotional conversation. They highlight the story's ability to reveal profound truths in a short span, making it a compelling and thought-provoking read. The emotional weight is particularly noted, making it a standout piece.

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    A fly on the wall view to a devastating conversation.

    So much emotion in 1500 words.

    To say more would spoil the revelatory nature of the story.

Pinterest · Carolyn F. · 2025-10-18
intriguing 4.00

The story leaves the reader curious about the mother's fate and the father's actions, making it a very good read. The emotional depth and intrigue are particularly noted.

Carolyn F. is left wondering about the mother's fate and what the father did, which adds to the story's intrigue. They found the story to be very good, appreciating the emotional depth and the way it keeps the reader engaged. The brevity of the story is balanced by its impact, making it a memorable read.

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    Wow, I'm just wondering what happened to the mother and exactly what he did to the father.

    Very good story.

    Unconditional by Blake Crouch.

Goodreads · 2011-01-26
powerful 4.50

This 1500-word short story is praised as an excellent introduction to the author's work, exploring a devastating conversation with emotional depth. The narrative is compact yet powerful, leaving a lasting impact.

This review highlights how 'Unconditional' packs a significant emotional punch in just 1500 words. They appreciate it as a great entry point to the author's style, noting the raw and intense nature of the conversation between the characters. The story's brevity is seen as a strength, making it a quick yet profound read. They emphasize the emotional weight and the way it lingers with the reader long after finishing.

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    An excellent and affordable introduction to the author's work.

    Unconditional explores a devastating conversation between two people after unimaginable events have occurred.

    So much emotion in 1500 words.

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