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This is the second book of Ishigguro I have read. The story of a group of young people under 16 growing up at a boarding school at Hailsham with their guardians-teachers in rural 1980's England is well-written and well-paced. The mystery of why these kids have no families or what the big secret is is very slow to unravel --as it should be. It is the heart of the mystery. The story is told by Kathy who is a carer reflecting back on her youth at Hailsham. She tells the story of herself, Ruth, and Tommy from their youth to their later days. By telling their tale, Kathy reveals slowly how they learned who they are.
Once the big reveals happen, the book delves briefly into ethical issues, but it is only after you finish that you realize the whole book delves into it. We are left wondering was Miss Lucy right or were Miss Emily and Madame right? To reveal the ethical dilemma would be to give away the mystery.
I can say that the characters of Kathy, Ruth, and Tommy are very well-developed and believable. I have known a few Ruths and a few Tommys.
This would make a great book club book! Great for discussions.