I'm not quite sure how i feel about this one - it's tough to give it a number. I realize that it's very well-written, and quite thought-provoking. However, I'm a little surprised that it won the Giller Prize. The descriptions and experience of Vietnam thoughout the novel felt extremely real, but to me the characters felt a little hollow (although maybe that was intended). I guess the overwhelming themes of being 'lost' and 'out of place' were so well-captured, that it was difficult to enjoy the experience. I'm not entirely sure if the ending was redemptive or not...
Reviewed: August 17 2006 Average Rating: 6/10 - 3 reviews
