Atonement
by Ian McEwan
Atonement by Ian McEwan holds a well received rating of 3.88 out of 5, based on 347K reader ratings. First published in 2001. The book spans 351 pages.
About Atonement
Ian McEwan’s symphonic novel of love and war, childhood and class, guilt and forgiveness provides all the satisfaction of a brilliant narrative and the provocation we have come to expect from this master of English prose.On a hot summer day in 1935, thirteen-year-old Briony Tallis witnesses the flirtation between her older sister, Cecilia, and Robbie Turner, the son of a servant. But Briony’s incomplete grasp of adult motives and her precocious imagination bring about a crime that will change all their lives, a crime whose repercussions Atonement follows through the chaos and carnage of World War II and into the close of the twentieth century.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ian McEwan |
| Published | 2001 |
| Pages | 351 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Classics, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.88 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 347,006 |
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What genre is Atonement?
Atonement is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is Atonement worth reading?
Based on 347K reader ratings, Atonement has an average score of 3.88 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Atonement?
Atonement has 351 pages.
Who wrote Atonement?
Atonement was written by Ian McEwan. It was first published in 2001.
What is the ISBN for Atonement?
The ISBN-13 for Atonement is 9780385721790.0.
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