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Enduring Love: Now a major motion picture Paperback – 28 Oct. 2004

by Ian McEwan (Author)

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One windy spring day in the Chilterns, Joe Rose's calm, organized life is shattered by a ballooning accident. The afternoon, Rose reflects, could have ended in mere tragedy, but for his brief meeting with Jed Parry. Unknown to Rose, something passes between them - something that gives birth in Parry to an obsession so powerful that it will test to the limits Rose's beloved scientific rationalism, threaten the love of his wife Clarissa and drive him to the brink of murder and madness.

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256 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Vintage
Publication date

28 Oct. 2004
Dimensions

19.3 x 12.7 x 1.78 cm
ISBN-10

9780099481249
ISBN-13

978-0099481249
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A page-turner, with a plot so engrossing that it seems reckless to pick the book up in the evening if you plan to get any sleep that night -- Alain de Botton ― Daily Mail

Taut with narrative excitement and suspense...a novel of rich diversity that triumphantly integrates imagination and intelligence, rationality and emotional alertness ― Sunday Times

He is the maestro at creating suspense: the particular, sickening, see-sawing kind that demands a kind of physical courage from the reader to continue reading ― New Statesman

A novel of rich diversity ― Sunday Times

A virtuoso display ― Observer

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NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0099481243
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Vintage; Media tie-in edition (28 Oct. 2004)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780099481249
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0099481249
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 19.3 x 12.7 x 1.78 cm

Best Sellers Rank: 84,302 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Carl M

Pointless Story Excellent Writing

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 July 2020

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This was more of a philosophical narrative which was good but the story was just pointless which all just ended up disappointing.
What kept me reading was McEwan's way of writing which is excellent and quite unique in style. The interesting philosophy compensated the events in the book which were too quickly rushed through.
I'd recommend this for a philosophical read but don't expect too much from the story which has an overrated first chapter and dismal ending.

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Sarah

Brilliant book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 February 2015

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I am not usually a fan of Ian McEwan and just can't get on with his writing style at all. However, this book was excellent and a great read. I was never completely sure of how it was going to turn out, or whether the main characters fears were real or imagined. I also had a real sense of forboding throughout the book and it was at times really creepy. What made it an even more fascinating read for me (I am a scientist at heart) is that it appears to have been based on a true medical case.

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 September 2018

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This book commenced with a dramatic if rather incredible event, promising a denouement of unknown quality. This event resulted in a rather over elaborate and lengthy epic which failed to capture any sympathy with any of the participants but the dramatic ending nearly made me feel perhaps it was worth persevering. This author would be unlikely to be my favoiritd, but I may try another of his. After research.

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Linda Lo Scuro

Excellent

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 October 2017

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Ian McEwan is one of our best living writers. A hot-air ballon accident on the Chiltern Hills sparks off an obsession. Jed falls in love with Joe, he becomes obsessed with Joe to the point of being threatening. We find out that Jed is afflicted by De Clerambault syndrome. This state of affairs puts pressure on Joe's marriage. The central theme is, of course, is that of love, but with it McEwan explores all sorts of other inter-connecting themes. I think the 'Enduring' of the title means 'putting up with', rather than long-lasting. The only long-lasting relationship in the book seems to be that of Jed for Joe.

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Mike Landay

Slow-motion thriller told through psychological microscope

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 January 2014

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Extremely well written. Simple but effective and even poetic use of language. Extremely astutely observed psychology of narrator. Packed with interesting scientific asides. And there's even some humour (especially in the scene where the narrator encounters the ex-hippies/coke dealers), so can't be faulted lack of this essential ingredient. Good use of suspense in general and in particular puzzlement over the actual mental state of the narrator. I only became bored with the the very slow pace of the action a couple of times, and not for more than a few pages. If you like impeccable use of the English language and masterly storytelling (despite the slow pace), you might just love this book.

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Enduring Love by Ian Mcewan

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 December 2010

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This book is incredibly well written, by a very talented author. It covers brilliant themes and issues such as religion and love. The book is narrated in a very unusual way, using all 3 tenses to there advantage. Mcewan builds tension incredibly well throughout the book and once you start reading it is very hard to stop! The basic storyline is about a man who develops and obsession for the narrator of the story (Joe) which ends up getting out of hand. It all started with a very unfortunate balloon accident, which in itself makes the book even more unique as it is an unusual accident to happen.

The downside to the book is that the small details are dragged out much more than the main events. For example, when describing something that happens in 2 minutes, it takes over 2 pages. However when the main event occurs which lasts a good deal longer the pace is much faster and the main bits are almost rushed over. Therefore the smaller, less important bits that are dragged out do get a bit tedious towards the end of the book. However, its these less important bits that build the tension in the book, so if they weren't there the book would probably be not as tense and engrossive as it is.

Overall it is a brilliant book and well worth a read.

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Pastispast

Exceptional writing!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 26 December 2013

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McEwan never fails to impress as a storyteller. His genius with language can only be admired. Here's another story with a difference, one that makes the reader gasp, think, ponder and wallow in his gift. I loved 'Saturdays' so much that I decided to give a few of his others a go. Glad I did. I won't write a precise of the story here, I don't get why people try to do that at all. Like reviewers need premature amateur explanations? No, we don't.

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carolinem82

A gripping read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 March 2013

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I read this book on an 8 hour flight, only stopping to eat, go to the loo and talk to my friend (occasionally!) it's the kind of book that makes you quite unsociable! It's so well written, really detailed and descriptive - so you feel like you're actually there and that you know the characters well. I couldn't have predicted what happened in the book, it was a real page turner and kept me guessing. I enjoyed the film too but definitely recommend reading the book first.

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