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The Cloud of Unknowing
The Cloud of Unknowing
Author: Thomas H. Cook
David Sears grew up in the shadow of his brilliant younger sister, Diana, convinced by their father that she would accomplish great things. Instead, she married and had a son, Jason, who—like David and Diana’s father—is schizophrenic. Her husband, Mark, a geneticist, never made peace with Jason’s condition.  Perhaps this ...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780151012602
ISBN-10: 0151012601
Publication Date: 1/15/2007
Pages: 304
Edition: 1st
Rating:
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3.2 stars, based on 15 ratings
Publisher: Harcourt
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback, Audio CD
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myanniecat avatar reviewed The Cloud of Unknowing on + 218 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
As with all of Cook's books, they stay with me long after I finish them. This was another haunting story that I still think about.
annapi avatar reviewed The Cloud of Unknowing on + 334 more book reviews
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Thomas H. Cook is one of my favorite writers for his haunting, lyrical prose. This book is one of his darker ones, delving into the depths of insanity, perhaps not as compelling as his award-winning Chatham School Affair, but no less brilliantly written. Its gradual buildup of suspense to the climax is flawless, and he has a way of drawing you into the fog that made me feel uneasy enough that I could not read this book at bedtime, having to put it down and move to lighter fare so I could finish it in daylight. His books are always an experience - read them.
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Helpful Score: 1
This book started off very good. It kept me interested. I have to say the ending was alittle bizarre and the book did tend to get confusing on me a few times. Its a good read but not my favorite.
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reviewed The Cloud of Unknowing on + 3152 more book reviews
I didn't need to finish this one--having personal experience with the subject it is heart-rending to try toc comprehend what a person is dealing with being schizophrenic.
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As usual, Thomas Cook stays with you long after you've finished reading. This story is about a descent into madness...but you're never really sure who is descending...you do have to pay attention when reading though, no tv in the background.


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