36 pages 1 hour read

Hannah Kent

Burial Rites

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Burial Rites by Hannah Kent has garnered praise for its evocative prose and meticulous historical detail, immersing readers in 19th-century Iceland. Critics commend Kent's ability to elicit empathy for her characters, particularly Agnes Magnúsdóttir. However, some find the pacing slow and the narrative bleak. Overall, it is lauded for its atmospheric storytelling and emotional depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Burial Rites?

A reader captivated by the haunting beauty of historical fiction and the intimate exploration of complex characters would enjoy Burial Rites by Hannah Kent. Fans of Margaret Atwood’s Alias Grace or Diane Setterfield’s The Thirteenth Tale will appreciate the atmospheric storytelling and emotional depth.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Relationships: Family
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Genre
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Historical Fiction
Topics
History: World