A. S. Byatt - Possession: A Romance

pros: it's a book written for readers

cons: some missteps of momentum and empathy

A moment of enrapt Possession ...okay, it was a week.

I usually tear through novels with a rapidity and retention comparable to a tour of Europe &#147in s... See Full Review

pros: Intricate plotting, passion, beautifully written.

cons: Will bog down for anyone who is really not interested in poetry.

A book you return to, over and over....

When you decide to read Byatt, be prepared for the complexity, the vocabulary, and the deep intensi... See Full Review

pros: For those of us who like a richly done novel, this is a treat.

cons: Will be very confusing for non-literary types, and those lacking patience.

Byatt's Possession: A Romance -- Haunting, rich story, but it isn't what you think

Every now and then, a novel comes across my path that ruins me for a while for other authors. Julian... See Full Review

pros: Contains some wry observations on modern academic life

cons: This book is tedious, self-important, dull, contrived and heavy handed

A life-sucking romance.

It's easy to imagine what inspired AS Byatt to write this book, unfortunately much easier than it is... See Full Review

pros: This book is easily the finest that I've read this year.

cons: Not a one.

Possession: It Captured My Heart And Enchanted My Mind

Last week, I received an e-mail from a fellow Epinions member who wished to ask a small favor of me.... See Full Review

pros: Tender and sexy

cons: Very long winded, not for the impatient

A cup of tea on a rainy afternoon

Picked up this book because it was recommended to me by a friend... On my own, I wouldn't have tried... See Full Review

pros: beautifully written and masterfully orchestrated plot; multiple genres and view points

cons: not for the lightweight reader!

Literary Hounds Here You Go!

This is a RARE novel and a fabulous read. First of all, Byatt is a skilled technician--just keeping... See Full Review

pros: literary, compelling plot

cons: none

Possessed by literature

I highly recommend CMPalmer's review. I offer my own to emphasize two points about one of my favor... See Full Review

pros: Unforgettable, tremendous effort and matchless

cons: Text heavy in parts,

Get possessed

I was possessed by this book for more than 2 weeks after I finished reading it. Rarely do book... See Full Review

pros: wonderful imagery, soft romance

cons: difficult vocabulary in places

1990's classic

By coincidence, I happen to have lived or worked in many of the locations in Byatt's Booker prize wi... See Full Review