Mark Haughey answers “Am I the only reader who found this book a...”

Maureen asked this question about The Unconsoled:

Am I the only reader who found this book a never-ending loquacious boring bag of misery?

Mark Haughey I was very disappointed in this book, however I find it has really stuck with me, so it must have something going for it.

At times it reminded me of Al…moreI was very disappointed in this book, however I find it has really stuck with me, so it must have something going for it.

At times it reminded me of Alice in Wonderland with the various doors to enter and I expected it to develop some how, but it seemed in deadly earnest to go its own way.

I did finish it. I don't recommend it. I read it by mistake. But like I said, it must have some power if it has stayed so clearly with me. Disturbing.(less)

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