‘The Names’ is a book that had started to make a few appearences on Bookstagram, so of course it caught my eye, because a title like that just sounds like it is going to be a fascinating read. In fact, the first time it truly came to my attention was thanks to ‘The Book Taster’, as there was a little teaser of the book in our wonderful goody bags.
This book is beautiful. This book is fascinating. This is a book that I could not put down. And, it is a book that I cannot really review because I think you need to read it, almost with no idea what it is about (other than names). I did not know what it was about as, surprise, I did not read the blurb, and I think that actually increased my enjoyment of the book.
All I feel I can share is that this book is beautifully written. The characters are conjured up for you so wonderfully that you feel you know them. And, it is okay not to like them if they are not a very nice character. It also touches your heart almost immediately as you begin your journey with the collection of characters. I just needed to know what was going to happen; was everyone going to end up on the path they deserved? And are our paths determined from the moment we are born?
Also, I am over the moon that Florence Knapp will be at the next ‘Book Taster Live’ event (which I am, of course, hoping I will be grabbing a ticket for) and I can’t wait to hear what inspired her to write this rather beautiful book.
If you really want to know what this book is about, please pick up a copy, because I can guarantee that you will not be disappointed. And if you do manage to read it, please let me know, because I would absolutely love to know what you think about it – because I think it is a wonderful read.