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A review by beriboo
Uncle Paul by Celia Fremlin
4.0
Review: Uncle Paul by Celia Fremlin
Rating: ★★★★☆
I recently finished *Uncle Paul* by Celia Fremlin, and I’d rate it a solid 4 stars. Fremlin has a knack for creating an incredibly steady, haunting atmosphere that builds tension throughout the book, purely based on the characters' fear. It’s a masterclass in psychological suspense.
From the very beginning, you can feel the unease creeping in. Fremlin's writing is subtle but powerful, and she manages to make you feel scared even though nothing dramatic happens until the very end. That’s the genius of it – the way she uses atmosphere to keep you on edge. You’re constantly waiting for something to happen, and that anticipation is what makes the book so gripping.
Some readers might be put off by the fact that the "action" doesn’t kick in until the final chapters, but for me, that’s what made it so effective. It’s a slow burn that pays off in spades. You’re drawn into the characters' fears and anxieties, and by the time the climax arrives, you’re fully invested and genuinely spooked.
If you’re a fan of psychological thrillers that rely on atmosphere and character development rather than nonstop action, Uncle Paul is definitely worth a read. Celia Fremlin’s ability to create tension out of thin air is truly impressive.
Rating: ★★★★☆
I recently finished *Uncle Paul* by Celia Fremlin, and I’d rate it a solid 4 stars. Fremlin has a knack for creating an incredibly steady, haunting atmosphere that builds tension throughout the book, purely based on the characters' fear. It’s a masterclass in psychological suspense.
From the very beginning, you can feel the unease creeping in. Fremlin's writing is subtle but powerful, and she manages to make you feel scared even though nothing dramatic happens until the very end. That’s the genius of it – the way she uses atmosphere to keep you on edge. You’re constantly waiting for something to happen, and that anticipation is what makes the book so gripping.
Some readers might be put off by the fact that the "action" doesn’t kick in until the final chapters, but for me, that’s what made it so effective. It’s a slow burn that pays off in spades. You’re drawn into the characters' fears and anxieties, and by the time the climax arrives, you’re fully invested and genuinely spooked.
If you’re a fan of psychological thrillers that rely on atmosphere and character development rather than nonstop action, Uncle Paul is definitely worth a read. Celia Fremlin’s ability to create tension out of thin air is truly impressive.