Never Let Me Go

Amazing storytelling

Bewertung am 31.10.2023
Bewertungsnummer: 2058094
Bewertet: Buch (Taschenbuch)

Kazuo Ishiguro's book is, without a doubt, one of the most powerful love stories I've ever encountered, with a haunting touch of darkness. His mesmerizing narrative style, intricate character exploration, and lyrical prose make this a compelling and thought-provoking read that will stay with you long after you've finished the last page.

Underwhelming intrigue

M am 21.10.2025
Bewertungsnummer: 2632634
Bewertet: Buch (Taschenbuch)

Never Let Me Go offers powerful world-building that invites readers to compare their own lives to those of the characters living in its haunting, dystopian parallel world. Where it falls short, in my opinion, is in the portrayal of the main character. While her actions are relatable, the constant foreshadowing—where nearly every page sets up the next—and the frequent second-guessing of her decisions, often without deeper reflection or emotional weight, make the narrative feel repetitive. As a result, what could have been an emotionally gripping story sometimes feels like a flat recounting of events set in an otherwise fascinating world. Overall, the book left me feeling both underwhelmed and intrigued at the same time.