In the gripping novel "Three Hours," bestselling author Rosamund Lupton immerses readers in a rural English village gripped by a fierce snowstorm, where a horrific school siege unfolds. As the brave headmaster barricades himself in the library, a diverse cast of characters emerges: a lovestruck teenager named Hannah, a pregnant police psychologist racing against time, a frightened eight-year-old Syrian refugee, and children rehearsing Macbeth in the school theatre. Each must summon their inner strength to confront the darkness and protect their loved ones. Lupton masterfully examines themes of fear, courage, and redemption, drawing readers into a profound exploration of the human spirit under fire.
Pages: 306
Published: 2020
Amazon Rating: 4/5 6,500 reviews
Genre: Thriller
Our review in brief:
| 1. Rating: 7.75 out of 10 (Range 2 to 9) |
| 2. Recommended: Lots of members said they would recommend the book. |
| 3. Audience: The book may appeal to readers of any age. It would suit both men and women. |
| 4. Type of Read: The language was fairly simple, but in needed concentration to follow where everyone was and how the school grounds were structured. Some people found the book quite upsetting. |
| 5. Quality of the Author: Most people thought the quality of the writing was good. Several members said they would read another book by this author. Some members thought that the way the book handled the crisis did not reflect reality. This was from personal experience. |
| 6. Other observations: This was a great choice for book club. It led to so many interesting conversations. |
| Negative Comments The constant references to Macbeth seemed unnecessary. The ending was a bit far fetched. Positive Comments For many (but not all), they found the story a "page turner" The book encouraged people to find out more about how radicalisation works in our model world. |