The Child in Time

Interesting Facts

• The book explores themes of time and loss through the story of a parent who loses their child in a supermarket.
• The novel touches on issues of childhood and growing up, as well as the impact of tragedy on personal relationships.
• The work includes an element of science fiction related to time travel, which is unusual for McEwan's realistic style.
• The book has been praised for its deep psychological exploration of characters and their emotional experiences.
• The novel was adapted into a television film, starring the renowned actor Benedict Cumberbatch.