A review by hydecircus
On the Beach by Nevil Shute

emotional sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Aside from some lengthy descriptions of working in a submarine and race car driving this book was an absolutely tragic and deeply human glimpse into the lives of people living right before the end of the world. The way the tone shifts and the characters cling to their routines as the clock ticks on...