The Weight of Angels by John Boyne

 The Weight of Angels by John Boyne


As a huge fan of Oscar Wilde's works I knew I had to read this book. Boyne's book is a sweeping story with an imagined 'what if' at it's core. It is on the longer side but the writing is beautiful and it flows really well. Keeping this review spoiler free I enjoyed the interactions between Wilde and certain characters like Nancy and Albert and there were other interactions with historical figures that made Wilde harder to like and I think it's in this that Boyne's writing shines. He paints us a portrait of Wilde who is contrary and interesting. He is at times infuriating and endearing. The writing is very moving and emotive, you feel swept along with the drama. As another reviewer has stated the characters with all their flaws and foibles feel deeply real and human and it's hard not to be moved. If you like historical novels where the author takes a creative look at a life that might have been lived in different circumstances then this is the novel for you.  

Thank you to the author, the publisher, and to Netgalley for this ARC. 



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