The Light of Day
The Light of Day
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
British LiteratureLondon, England • Early 2000s
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Light of Day by Graham Swift follows George Webb, a private investigator in London, as he reflects on a pivotal case involving Sarah Nash, charged with murder. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and redemption through George's introspection and the unfolding of complex relationships and moral dilemmas surrounding the case.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
3,343 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Light of Day by Graham Swift is praised for its evocative prose and deep character exploration, particularly the protagonist's introspective journey. However, some reviewers note that the novel's pacing may feel slow, potentially losing reader engagement. Overall, Swift crafts a poignant narrative that requires patience to fully appreciate its thematic depth.
Who Should Read The Light of Day?
A reader who enjoys The Light of Day by Graham Swift likely appreciates introspective, character-driven narratives with themes of love, loss, and redemption. Fans of Ian McEwan's Atonement or Julian Barnes's The Sense of an Ending will find its reflective and evocative style engaging.
3,343 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
323
Novel • Fiction
•
Mystery & Crime Fiction•
British LiteratureLondon, England • Early 2000s
2004
Adult
18+ years
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