The Still Point
The Still Point
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1910s
2010
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Still Point, Amy Sackville intertwines two narratives, focusing on a woman's exploration of her great-granduncle's ill-fated Arctic expedition and her own marriage struggles. The novel delves into themes of exploration, memory, and the persistence of the past, revealing how personal histories shape present lives across time and space.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Still Point by Amy Sackville is praised for its lyrical prose and evocative atmosphere, immersing readers in dual narratives of exploration and domestic reflection. However, some critics find the pacing slow and the plot meandering. Overall, it is recognized for its rich language and introspective exploration of relationships and isolation.
Who Should Read The Still Point?
Readers who relish introspective narratives and lyrical prose akin to Virginia Woolf's To the Lighthouse will appreciate The Still Point by Amy Sackville. This novel appeals to those captivated by themes of exploration, both personal and geographical, reminiscent of Michael Ondaatje’s The English Patient.
707 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The Still Point is Amy Sackville's debut novel, which won the John Llewellyn Rhys Prize in 2010, a prestigious award for the best work of literature (fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama) from an author aged 35 or younger.
The setting of the novel alternates between past and present, drawing parallels between historical Arctic exploration and the explorations of personal relationships.
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Amy Sackville's writing style in The Still Point has been praised for its lyrical and evocative prose, which vividly captures the stark beauty of Arctic landscapes and the emotional depths of its characters.
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1910s
2010
Adult
18+ years
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