In The Lake Of The Woods by Tim O'Brien

" When Long-hidden secrets about his past come to light, John Wade- a Vietnam veteran and recent candidate for the U.S. Senate- retreats with his wife, Kathy, to a lakeside cabin in the northern Minnesota. Within days of their arrival, Kathy mysteriosly vanishes into the watery wilderness. As a search is begun, several explanations, all of them disturbing, rise to the surface in this unforgettable story about the vagaries of memory, love and deception"

Diane said
A weird, pointless, book. No cheer, no happiness partly retelling the horrors of Vietnam to what purpose? Joyless.
Hulette said
Overall theme is magic and disappearance. If you're into endings, this book is not for you.The ultimate vanishing act!
Liz said
Loved this book.Made me really think about relationships and how they develop from the various experiences of one's life. Remembering the Vietnam experience made me want to read more about it. How it ends? Doesn't matter! Totally enthralling,well written and can't wait to read more Tim O'Brien. Recommend "The Vietnam in Me" from the New York Times Magazine Oct.3.1994 written by Tim O'Brien
Judith said
A very well written book. The author explores hypotheses and uses "evidence" to collate a gripping story. Each hypothesis exposes the different characters and viewpoints. The use of evidence from "The court martial of Lt. Calley" whilst horrific serves to place Wade in character.Horrifying? UndoubtedlyHuman? Unfortunately yes!A bleak book but a good read 5/5
Lisa said
Didn't like the book - Didn't like the ambiguity of the story even though I am sure it was well written. Got tired of the references to mirrors in his mind. Did not really enjoy it and forced myself to finish it just to see if he did kill her. Would give it 2 1/2

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