The Constant Gardener by John le CarréMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
I purchased this used book at Kew & Willow.
The first thing that struck me about this novel was the dialogue. I read books out loud, and the dialogue sounded very strange and stilted to me. This could just be a difference in American vs. British English. I'd be interested to watch the movie to see how things sound.
I found it hard to get into the tone of the novel as well and found it somewhat overwritten. I think once the perspective focused on Justin, it was a much more pleasant read. I also must admit that the title was the one thing that drew me to this book, and I am happy to read books from almost any genre, the fleeting references to flora left something to be desired.
I was warned by a friend who had seen the movie that this would be sad, and I guess it is, but I found it more defeatist than sad. I guess those aren't mutually exclusive.
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