In Cat’s Eye a mature artist returns to her hometown to attend a retrospective exhibition of her works and she reminisces over her childhood and the stories behind some of her pieces of art.
There is a lot about how cruel children can be to each other, especially girls and the power dynamics between groups of friends. I found much of it to be relatable, and the writing is of course (because it’s Margaret Atwood) beautiful.
It’s a slower paced book to many I listen to (or read) and more of a memoir (although fictional) then a plot led book, and although I enjoyed it, I wanted to get back to something a bit more exciting for my next read.
Sarah Wray Writer 