I stumbled on the book The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay when browsing a bookshop as it had a pretty cover and caught my eye (what can I say, I’m shallow like that!). I had never heard of it nor of the author, Michael Chabon, but the premise seemed intriguing so I bought it. When I started reading, I saw it had won the Pulitzer so I was chuffed to have noticed the book.
I’ve just finished and I’m not sure what I think. It is beautifully written, with one of the most intricate, complex, and gorgeous prose styles I have ever read in a modern novel. The beginning was so strong and the story so compelling that I quickly became hooked. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed reading it but the end left me a tad underwhelmed, as if it petered out after such an epic arc.
I’d love to hear other people’s opinions as I don’t know anyone else who has read this book!
by SweeneyLovett