Heartful

Such a heartful story beautifully read. John Boyne never ceases to delight me.
Just can't wait for the next one.

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Excellent

John Boyle always tells a good story and this short book is no exception.
I listened to it in one go fixated and drawn in by the soft Irish accent.
It’s fast paced with never a dull moment
I loved every minute

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Thought provoking

I loved this book!! It is a dark read with very believable characters. Definitely recommend

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Full circle story

It's a great story, it reveals itself slowly, a little predictably. The ending felt too tidy, perhaps simpllistic. But overall, I'd listen again, and I'll listen to the other three elements, because Boyne is a master storyteller, and I enjoy the journey he takes me on through his immense ability to draw believable characters, immersive scenarios, and to bring to life day to day sights, sounds, and scents of places I have never been.

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Amazingly believable characters

I loved this book from beginning to end. Beautifully written, great characters and a really credible storyline. I’ve loved all of John Boyne’s books.

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Great story and narration

Highly recommended. The first time I have come across this author and absolutely loved it

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Found myself wanting to read more..

I have read a fee of John Boynes books to date and really enjoy his writing. I wasn't sure on this one initially but as I listened I found myself wanting to know more and became addicted. Storyline is all too familiar in recent Irish history unfortunately. Very well put together.

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Fantastic narration of a truly brilliant book

This was my first John Boyne novel, which I chose to listen to based on other reviews. I’m so glad I did! It’s rare in my experience to find a book which is so excellently narrated as this one. It was an easy listen, despite the harrowing subject matter. I’ll be listening to his other novels now as well. Wholeheartedly recommend.

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Good tight storytelling - Boyne on great form

John Boyne’s the Hearts Invisible Furies was one of my all-time best listens, and A History of Loneliness was very compelling
I really enjoyed this and got through it quickly. I’ve recently downloaded some really really long books on audible that I’ve left unfinished, so his tight storytelling was so refreshing.
It’s finely observed, very funny and very deep.
Like with A History of Loneliness, Boyne bravely, and adeptly takes on very deep, difficult and worthwhile themes. He really is a chronicler of modern Ireland.

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Superb

This was a beautifully written book tackling a really tragic and complex subject but I would really heartily recommend it. I also have to say that Niamh Cusack as narrator is simply exceptional- I cannot think of another book in which the narrator has done such justice to the story and the main character- bravo !

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