Atonement

Timeless Guilt Unfolds in Rich Narration

Written byIan McEwan

Narrated byHarriet Walter

Length13h38m

Release dateJuly 4, 2024

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.7 (49 ratings)

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Author	Ian McEwan
Narrator	Harriet Walter
Runtime	13h38m
Published	July 4, 2024
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.7 / 5 (49 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, 20th Century, World War II & Holocaust, World Literature, Romance, Historical
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

‘Atonement’ by Ian McEwan is a masterpiece of literary fiction, where guilt, innocence, and the consequences of youthful indiscretions are woven into a complex tapestry. Harriet Walter's narration brings depth and emotion to each character, making this audiobook an engaging experience that resonates with McEwan’s prose.

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Expert narration by Harriet Walter brings every character and scene to life across 13h38m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Harriet Walter delivers a performance that is both nuanced and heartfelt, capturing the emotional intensity of ‘Atonement’ as it unfolds across decades. Her portrayal of Briony Tallis—initially young and innocent, then haunted by her past—is especially compelling. The pacing is deliberate yet captivating, with pauses that allow moments to resonate deeply. However, there are occasional missteps in character differentiation, which can slightly distract from the narrative flow. Despite this, Walter’s interpretation ensures listeners are drawn into McEwan’s intricate world of love, loss, and redemption.

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