‘“The Hours” is a book which heightens the perception of the reader. Cunningham’s craftsmanship is overwhelming.’ Robert Farren, Independent on Sunday ‘An extremely moving, original and memorable novel.’ Hermione Lee, TLS ‘Engrossing, imaginative and humane.’ Richard Francis, Observer ‘“The Hours” refracts the lives of three women through the prism of a single day. Michael Cunningham evokes these three discrete characters with rare skill.’ Financial Times ‘The concept behind the novel is bold, the execution rich with feeling.’ Helen Dunmore, The Times ‘A sensitive marriage of intelligence, integrity and finely textured emotions.’ Sunday Times ‘Cunningham has found an American tone which is exhilaratingly modern – tense, tender and completely without strain.’ Guardian