Inspired by a painting in the National Gallery in Sweden, Sedgwick has created a tale of sacrifice and love. It is a fascinating construction, linking seven different stories across the ages from the future to the past all starting from one act of violence. The author's style - spare and somewhat uncompromising add to its power - and even if you don't quite understand what is going on, the images will remain.
(Ferelith Hordon - bwl 62 Winter 2011 ) |
