The Watch That Ends the Night
The Watch That Ends the Night
Book Brief
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Poem • Fiction
North Atlantic Ocean • 1910s
2011
Adult
12-18 years
750L
Super Short Summary
The Watch That Ends the Night by Allan Wolf presents a richly detailed narrative of the Titanic's ill-fated voyage through poetic storytelling. Multiple perspectives from individuals aboard the ship, including passengers and crew, reveal personal experiences and emotions, creating a tapestry of human stories interwoven with historical events leading up to the tragic sinking.
Mysterious
Emotional
Bittersweet
Dark
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
4,079 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Watch That Ends the Night by Allan Wolf is praised for its compelling, multi-voiced narrative capturing the Titanic's tragedy. Readers appreciate its vivid character perspectives and historical detail. Some criticize the pacing and the challenge of keeping track of numerous voices. Overall, it's lauded for its emotional depth and innovative storytelling.
Who Should Read The Watch That Ends the Night?
A reader captivated by historical fiction and poetic narratives would enjoy Allan Wolf's The Watch That Ends the Night. Fans of Markus Zusak's The Book Thief or Ruta Sepetys' Salt to the Sea will appreciate its blend of real events with diverse character perspectives and lyrical prose.
4,079 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The book The Watch That Ends the Night intricately combines historical and fictional voices to bring the tragic voyage of the Titanic to life, using poetic forms to explore each character's perspective.
Allan Wolf employs a unique narrative style in The Watch That Ends the Night, showcasing over twenty distinct voices, including those of passengers, crew members, and even the iceberg that struck the vessel.
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To ensure historical accuracy in The Watch That Ends the Night, Allan Wolf conducted extensive research, including analyzing actual Titanic passenger lists and historical documents to reconstruct the final hours of the ill-fated ship.
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Poem • Fiction
North Atlantic Ocean • 1910s
2011
Adult
12-18 years
750L
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