A Single Thread

I used to love Tracy Chevalier's books, but of late I find them a bit “stagey.” The historical details feel wedged in, with scenes and characters arranged to make them possible to mention rather than growing organically. So although this novel was well constructed and the writing was unexceptionable, I was left somewhat disappointed. I also found the resolution quite unrealistic. Louisa Pesel was my favorite character though! I wish she had been more central.