Atonement

Atonement

Ian McEwan

Overview

On a sweltering summer day in 1934, thirteen-year-old Briony Tallis observes her sister Cecilia and Robbie Turner, a friend from Cambridge. By the day's end, their lives are irrevocably altered. Robbie and Cecilia cross an unforeseen boundary, becoming entangled in the consequences of a young girl's imagination. Briony witnesses profound events and commits an act for which she seeks atonement throughout her life.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in literary fiction exploring themes of guilt and memory.
• Those who appreciate character-driven narratives with historical settings.
• Fans of Ian McEwan's writing style.

Key features

• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Pages: 384
• Publisher: Random House, Inc.
• Publication Year: 2002
• ISBN: 9780099429791