I really did not like this book and it took me forever to read it. There was far more about goat farming and cold water swimming than I cared to know about. I enjoy swimming but this was just boring. I did not like or was indifferent about the characters. I stuck it out till the end partly because once I start a book I feel like I have to finish it and because it was not a long book. It just seemed very long. I would not recommend it. An author captivating me with a story...that's hard to accomplish unless there is crystal-clear imagery, a strong female character, and at least one "has me sitting on the edge of my seat" scene. This has happened with all books written by Matt Bondurant, including "Night Swimmer" that also adds wicked cool detail about open-ocean swimming and running an Irish pub. Keep them coming, Prof. Bondurant; I'm waiting for the next!
So so......a bit slow. Didn't completely hold my interest.
—marl
Weird book, not much in the way of resolution.
—toby1234
Melancholy story. Beautifully descriptive.
—nick
Disappointing ending.
—Rose0809
3.5 stars
—nate
