The Secret Rapture
by David Hare

Name: The Secret Rapture
Brand: David Hare
SKU: 9780573114083
Rating: 3.55 (87 reviews)

Highlights

Small Cast

Female

Male

British

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the deep character studies and the unpredictable nature of the plot in The Secret Rapture. Many highlight David Hare's skillful writing, particularly in portraying complex female characters and the darker aspects of human nature. However, there are mixed feelings about the characters themselves, with some finding them frustrating and unlikable.

Deep character studiesUnpredictable plotExcellent writingComplex female charactersCharacters can be frustrating

Synopsis

In David Hare's "greatest play" (City Limits) two sisters, Isobel, a serene and good person, and Marion, an ambitious Tory Junior Minister, gather at the home of their late father for his funeral.

Katherine, the sisters' young, alcoholic, stepmother, announces her intention of joining Isobel's design company.

Reluctantly Isobel agrees and this act paves the way for tragedy and disaster involving Isobel's lover Irwin, and Marion's evangelical, earnest husband Tom.-4 women, 2 men