The Temporary

Rachel Cusk

Gill picked up this one from Andrew's shelves where it had stood gathering dust for some time. Deservedly so, according to Gill who said it was just awful. The story is set in London and features a group of 20-30 somethings who are unsympathetic, unengaging and who utter soap-opera views. The book's only redeeming features were that it was easy to read and it presented an accurate picture of life in London.
Gill 30/3/03

This book has previously been reviewed by Gill. It is a simple story beginning with boy meets girl, she gets pregnant, but there is very little plot. The characters are not interesting or believable. It reads like an exercise from a creative writing course.
Andrew 3/8/03

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