I think my favourite aspects were the repetition of the voyage and the whisper of communication through actions and pauses, rather than in dialogue.
I mentioned this to Bookpossum on Goodreads, but I started the story thinking the narrative was clunky, but was completely won over. By the end, I thought it was well-crafted and beautiful.
I didn't find it heart-breaking as such, but it was certainly plucking those strings. Part of me wished it was longer, but the other considers the length perfect. A great choice.
I will probably purchase this at some stage - I'd like to read it again.
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