Affinity Audiobook

" This book was well-written, but when I looked back on the plot I realized it was completely contrived. That's all right, I guess, since the prose was creepy and great and the characters were interesting, but I didn't enjoy this book as much as I enjoyed Fingersmith. "

" B+ My main complaint is that I wish Sarah Waters characters' weren't always betrayed! Still, it was a very engaging and interesting book! Loved it! "

" Read 2003. Brilliant but absolutely devastating. "

" Wonderfull book. Sarah Waters has a certain kind of style in writing that I've never seen (read) before... The boog grabed me, hold me and only let me go until I've finished the book. A masterpiece! "

" A nuanced look at spiritualists. The Victorian prison aspect doesn't hold my attention the way it obviously does Waters'. The plot kept me guessing but didn't leave me feeling stupid. Mild spoiler to conclude: I am sorry for our privileged narrator's bitter end. "

" I really wanted to like this book. I like reading about prisons from the by-gone era, however, the style of writing really turned me off. I struggled for about 150 pages and then I just couldn't take it anymore. "

" This was a slow, haunting novel. I had a hard time sticking with it unlike Tipping the Velvet. But have not fear Sarah Waters is an excellent writer. "

" another guilty pleasure. Victorian era lesbians. Prison. Seances. Con games. All this, and well-written, too. "

" The writing was fantastic and really painted the setting. I absolutely hated the end, though; it made the entire book feel like a complete waste of time. "

" I've read all of Sarah Waters' novel - I'm a big fan of her clever plotting, strong characters and clean, vivid prose. This is my second favourite (after "Fingersmith"). The plot twists aren't quite as sharp but it has all the same Gothic description and menace. "

" Its very emotional and disturbing at the same time, but a fluid read and i really liked it. "

" This is a great book full of surprising twists, forbidden love, mystery and the unknown. The ending left me absolutely floored. I highly recommend this book for fans of Sarah Waters and anyone interested in the idea of spirit talkers. "

" I felt this was the strongest Waters so far. It's intense, and the twist wasn't quite as predictable or lame as in the others. "

" An excellent, gothic ghost story with a brilliant twist in the tale. I would highly recommend this book and i'm really looking forward to seeing the television adaptation which is on soon. "

" Took a lot of work to get through as it didn't hold my interest terribly well. Perhaps it was successful in that I felt as cheated as the book's character by the ending, but it left a bad taste in my mouth. "

" Good little read, as with all of Sarah waters books, loved it, can't wait for her next book. "

" Not my favorite Sarah Waters. Some plot elements were too reminiscent of Fingersmith (which was awesome), and there was definitely not enough ladyaction. But it was still Sarah Waters, and therefore good. "

" not my favorite book by Sarah Waters. It had an expected "twist" at the end but it took way too long to get there. I think about 250 pages were wasted on unnecessary details. "

" Love Victorian Gothic stuff, which this is! Gripping and spooky "

" That book was amazing! It slowly draws you in and gets you feeling for Margaret. I felt just as anxious as her at points. That ending I was totally not expecting! Absolutely wonderful book. I won't say anymore becasue I don't want to spoil anything! "

" really enjoyed the Victorian spiritualism stuff, but probably liked it best for the prison scenes. "

" Not as scary as Little Stranger but loved the Victorian spiritualist atmosphere. Fantastic plot twist! "