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I loved this. Perfect slow-burn historical fiction. A Lutheran community leave their home in Prussia to travel to a new colony in Australia. The ship voyage alone takes 6-months. The sense of place as we travel with them, their fear in facing the unknown, was written so well. And the second half? Well, I was not expecting that, alllll the feelings. I‘ve got that sadness at leaving Hanne and Thea behind that you only get with a great book.

I loved Burial rights and this has been on my list for so long. Beautiful and immersive writing of a community travelling across the world on an arduous journey. This story chronicles the hardships the community experienced and a love story of two young women. Heartbreaking and atmospheric. I really enjoyed this and I will read anything Hannah Kent writes !

Absolutely adored the first half, the lyrical prose, the gorgeous words used. It was interesting historically too as I wasn't aware Of the period and group of people persecuted.
I found the second half less appealing, I lost a bit of interest although the writing was still beautiful.

So extremely pleased to have found this at the library.
Both her previous books were superb...

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Hmmm… this started off quite slowly and then I was just beginning to enjoy it when there was a *weird* twist. (Can‘t say what as it‘s a major spoiler)

I think this would have been much better as a straightforward historical fiction look at the lives of strictly religious immigrants to Australia in the early 1800s, as well as about 15 year old Hanne being in love with her best friend Thea but it was ruined (for me) by the ‘twist‘.

This book started with such bright promise. It devolved into endless and repetitive passages of prose that needed a harsh editing. The ending was cheesy and disappointing. Such a shame.

An exquisite novel, I loved it. Hannah Kent has a mastery of language that makes every sentence a joy to read. The characters and world are earthy & beautifully depicted. It‘s a love story but not sentimental. I was so immersed that I felt physically affected by some of the turning points. (I won‘t spoil). Tissue warning!

I‘m having a tough time lately so I decided to cheer myself up with some lovely books! It worked! 😃 👍 #bookloveselfcare

Does anyone know about a North American release date for Hannah Kent's latest? I've loved her books, and I can't wait to get my hands on this one, but I can't seem to find ANYTHING about when it will be available here 😢

You have done it again Hannah Kent! Fabulous book, glorious prose! The heartbreak of your first love.
I was lucky enough to listen to Hannah talk about this book on the weekend with @MrsMalaprop at the Perth writers festival, such a beautiful weekend. We had a picnic, a drink, a chat and read our books under the shade of a tree. So grateful 😊
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Another lovely 🥰 copy from kibworth independent book shop , how funny is this bookmark 🔖 🤣

Haunting.
My favourite is still Burial Rights.

I‘m making this a ‘Pick‘ even though I felt it was more ‘so-so‘. It is my own fault. My expectations of this book were too high. I‘ve been looking forward to reading it since I heard it was due to be published. Her book ‘Burial Rites‘ is one of my all time favourites. I usually don‘t mind a bit of magical realism but just didn‘t enjoy it in this book. Overall, It was well written and interesting but just not the brilliant book I was hoping for

This is Hannah Kent‘s third novel. She is a #mustreadauthor for me. Her books champion women on the fringes. Historical fiction with a twist. Her writing is sublime. It‘s a ‘yes‘ from me. #ozfiction ❤️

Look what I got 🤗🤓📖. And it‘s a signed copy 😍. #newrelease #ozfiction #currentlyreading #mustreadauthor