The novel explores themes of art, love, loss, and faith through the lens of a woman's unconventional life. The protagonist's obsession with light drives her choices throughout the story.
This reviewer highlights the novel's deep exploration of complex themes such as art, love, loss, and faith. They particularly appreciated how the protagonist's obsession with light, seen during her brother's death, shapes her decisions and the narrative. The setting in 20th-century England adds depth to the story, making it a rich and thought-provoking read. The reviewer found the character's journey both compelling and emotionally resonant.
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This book grapples with many things, but Ivy's obsession with the light she saw when her brother died fuels her choices all throughout the book.
The novel offers a meandering exploration of art, love, loss and faith, all painted against the backdrop of 20th-century England.
The setting in 20th-century England adds depth to the story, making it a rich and thought-provoking read.