Alias Grace (Abridged): A Novel Audiobook

" The book was engaging, but not my favorite Margaret Atwood novel. I liked that it was based on a true Canadian case. The historical bits about Toronto were interesting. "

" Struggled. "

" I reviewed Alias Grace here. "

" Another great story by Ms. Atwood. I am still trying to figure out who really did what to who but that kind of dilemna is what carried me to the end of the book. The author also provided a look at the treatment of mental illness in the 1800s--not a good time to be crazy! "

" Captivating read from start to finish. Intertwined historical excerpts of one of early Canada's most notorious murderers with a fictional story to fill in the gaps. "

" This is based on a true story and is another Margaret Atwood twisting mystery. "

" Really liked this one a lot. I Don't remember exactly why, but I remember the feeling of wanting to keep reading. "

" Canadian Historical Fiction...need I say more? "

" Top five favorite books of all time! "

" Of all the books I read by Atwood (six, I think) this is the one that spoke to me the most. The historical reconstruction is magnificent, the characters engaging, and the storytelling brilliant. If you haven't read it yet, go for it. "

" Our very first book club book. Loved it, boy did we have a lot to discuss. "

" I like Margaret Atwood's books and while this one was different from the others it did hold my interest. "

" I love Margaret Atwood! Great character development and a complex storyline. "

" Suspense, mystery, plot twists, enough ambiguity to leave a lasting impression. Writing is fabulous. "

" I very much enjoyed re-reading this. I especially enjoyed the way Atwood ended the book without tying a neat little bow on top. She wrote a satisfying ending without answering some major questions. "

" loved this book. cant say enough good things about it. "

" Competently but averagely written. Major problem was that it didn't seem like it was going to offer anything beyond a fictional first person account of a moderately interesting historical event. Seemed like a waste of time. "

" Based on a real person. I just adore Margaret Atwood's writing. "

" I loved this book. I think it is witty and emotional while providing door opening views to an bygone era. "

" Masterly. "

" M. Atwood has a way of building suspense that I enjoy. "

" excellent writing style and good pacing. Atwood has done it again. Shows me again why she's my favourite author. "

" Great, interestig novel. Really loved how the story was told! "

" This book was a slow start for me but then picked up after about 200 pages. "

" May 21st, 2011: I loved "The Handmaid's Tale" and I've been looking for another Atwood book that is as good. After reading the first 42 pages of this book, I'm afraid this isn't the book. I may or may not finish. "

" So far, so good. Not much time of late, but Atwood is sometimes a slow go... "

" loved this book. cant say enough good things about it. "

" Could hardly put it down! "

" Atwood takes facts of an actual 1843 murder and builds a fiction story that keeps one turning the pages. Her characters have intrigue, suspense, and wit. "

" Pretty good book, not too fond of the ending though "

" Hefty and dense, but definitely worth a read if you have the time! This was my introduction to Atwood, and she is now one of my favourite authors. "

" great and suspenseful but it ended horribly "

" I admire Atwood's mind at least as much as I admire her writing. This novel is based on a true crime that shocked 19th century Canada. Who is Grace? Atwood gives us glimpses but no answers. "

" Margaret Atwood is a wonderful writer. This long, inconclusive book is perhaps not her best work (I'm keen to read more) but it was a very interesting, intelligent, and unique experience. "