The Photograph Audiobook

" I loved this one. Something about this story hit me in the gut and left a lasting impression. One of several of Lively's which I would list as favorites. "

" Another slow read from a British author. Oh well, maybe Brit lit is just not my cup of tea (I prefer their Earl Grey anyway). Actually this book has a good premise. A mysterious photograph found by a husband, opening a very different perspective of his belated wife and her past. I just wish this book is written with faster pace and dynamic. "

" Beautifully written, but in the end doesn't amount to much, felt like a 230 page short story. I guess as a novella it's quite good, but it left me unsatisfied. "

" Another Lively novel while I gear up for the next Dickens. She's always intriguing and entertaining in a way that only British authors can be. "

" Small but exquisitely written, story of a marriage and what can be seen or perceived in a photograph. "

" I ended up liking this book, but in the beginning I found myself skimming a lot and waiting for it to "get good". I think Penelope Lively is a good writer, but I think this book was very predictable. "

" this book makes you think "if that were me, what would I have done" "

" When I first started this I didn't know whether I would continue - I so disliked the main character. I'm glad I continued though as I really enjoyed it in the end. "

" Good one. Quick read. Interesting way it was written - almost like a series of short stories from the different character's perspectives. Just finished it a week ago and can't remember it though... if that says anything. "

" I was disappointed by this story. i did not really find the characters believable and there was little i was able to connect with on a very deep level. my expectations were different as it won the booker prize. "

" I really liked this one. A photograph is discovered that begins a family mystery. "

" The book cover and the summary on the back made me want to read this book. It was underwhelming. "

" Sounds good, but it is not I would not recommend this book. "

" I just did not care about this book. Could hardly read even 100 pages. It was our second book club selection. I will say this - we did have a lively discussion on what we DIDN'T like about the book! On to better books I hope! "

" I read this a few years back but it has stuck in my mind and it is relevant to me today in relation to my first marriage...an impactful book. "

" Started out slow, and I had a difficult time getting into it. By the time we got to the first "Oliver" chapter, however, I knew it was a winner. "

" A literary mystery/love story that really works. Draws the reader in from the first page. "

" I kept thinking something was going to happen and it never did...at least in my opinion. "

" I thought this book looked rather interesting, but turns out it is a dud. The story is too loose not to mention the offensive language. "

" A good character study mixed with a bit of mystery. I liked it, but not quite as well as the first Moon Tiger. "

" A great book to get a conversation going! Lots of angles and things to think about. Always a hot topic! "

" Glyn finds a photograph of his dead wife and it changes everything for him. As he slowly investigates the implications of the photo, a picture of his wife gradually develops and grows. A thoughtful book about relationships, death, and more. Recommended. "

" Would definitely recommend this book, although the big secret isn't as big as implied. I really liked Lively's writing and am going to look for more by her. "

" Quick read, but I loved it. About family, place, memory, and perception. highly recommended. "

" slow going, sometimes rambles on - introduced 5 characters in the first few pages, so its difficult to build a connection to the 'players' in the book. Will appeal to those who are familiar with life in England. "

" thought it would be better than it was. can't relate to the mom who lives her life to project a perfect image, and doesn't have the insight to see the facade is not working. All six kids look back on their childhood with completely different memories...that part was the most interesting. "

" i take long time to finish this book. and the ending is dissapointing when the family mystery isnt THAT shocking. it turns out, they just a bunch of selfish kids who fail to appreciate their mother sacrifice. "

" A book in the mould of Annie Tyler et al, beautifully and skillfully written but ultimately pretty boring. The continual shifting of the narrative voice got a bit tiresome and the BIG secret was pretty unimpressive. I find these books about boring middle-class life just that - boring. "

" An almost fractured narrative trying to find the 'truth' about a family by narration from each member. A lovely concept but executed half-heartedly. Could have been brilliant but is mediocre at best. However an easy and unchallenging read. "

" Not as interesting as some of her previous novels. The family is eccentric, the parents are sort of absorbed in their own way of doing things. There is a strange secret, but it's not that crazy. The children were not that interesting. "

" Fascinating portrait of a large family. Good writing. "

" eh, wasn't all that impressed with the twistedness of her family. "

" Nice enough, but just too boring. "