_The Casual Vacancy_ by J.K. Rowling
After the last Harry Potter book came out, it was always a question as to whether or not J.K. Rowling could write another successful novel. With the Harry Potter books I was never convinced that the quality of writing was good, but the storytelling aspect was always effective. Therefore, I had hope that she would be able to publish a good novel.
I saw an interview with J.K. Rowling about this adult fiction novel when it was first published. So, I thought I would try out the book.
I have to admit that it took me a while to get into it. The story is interesting and the last 1/3 of the book was entertaining as the plot thickened and came to a realistic end. Still, I am impressed that the author was able to move out of the young adult fiction genre and be fairly successful in the adult side. There was a lot of realistic elements throughout the story, which I appreciate in a writer.
So, my general opinion is that it was a good read and I look forward to the next one as a true determiner of her place in the adult fiction realm.
-T
