Review: Alias Grace

Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was an interesting one. Atwood really is a literary genius. Her ability to craft a story and throw in unexpected twists is quite remarkable. I did not learn until reading the book's afterword that this story is actually based on a real criminal case. In light of that information, I think the story takes on a whole new dynamic. Atwood fills in the holes in the historical narrative in a way that is believable and realistic. Grace's story is tragic and she is a victim of circumstance. The characters are interesting, Atwood's observations are sharp, and the plot held my attention throughout. This one is definitely worth a read.

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