I've not seen The Hours, but found this a lovely read all the same. I love the precision of the detail, and the way it sets up what unfolds - the contrast between the careful observation and the breathless uncertainty, all that unspilt emotion, is so effective.
“Silly contraptions” a voice laughed lightly – and Laura could breathe. She could breathe.
Oh! The repeated line there is such a delightful touch. Three words that sum up everything - and told in a rhythm that exactly reflects that out-take of breath.
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Date: 2013-03-23 01:19 pm (UTC)“Silly contraptions” a voice laughed lightly – and Laura could breathe. She could breathe.
Oh! The repeated line there is such a delightful touch. Three words that sum up everything - and told in a rhythm that exactly reflects that out-take of breath.