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The Time Traveler's Wife

Audrey Niffenegger

Start date: April 15, 2015

Finish date: May 15, 2015

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Nov 17, 2007 Sera rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: favorites, own, science-fiction

I absolutely loved this book. It was unique in many different ways. For example, it's written between two points of view, and it jumps back and forth in time just like the main character, Henry, does. It's also a different type of love story and it gives some speculation into why Henry time travels, which very interesting. There are some disturbing scenes that may make some readers uncomfortable, but they are all important threads to the story and the theme of this book. Check it out before the ...more

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Oct 23, 2007 Ana rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I luuuuuurved this book. It has a very interesting premise which keeps you thinking and guessing towards the beginning. While the writing is witty and sharp at points, the author paints a beautiful love story that depicts a very real and honest relationship between two people. The author lives and works in Chicago (School of the Art Institute grad!)and much of the story takes place in familiar parts of the city.

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May 25, 2008 Jessica rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: chicago, speculative-fiction, popular-lit, magical-realism

A very popular novel and deservedly so - Niffenegger understands her craft very well. Also worth noting is the excellent (and accurate) local color - it's always pleasing to see places you're familiar with in a novel. ...more

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