A Note on Atonement

I just arrived back from vacation and discovered the book list for July , with Atonement first. I talked to Carrie about this, but wanted to write a general note as well. I was recommended this book by Dr. Leithart, and read it a few months ago. I found it well-written, thought-provoking, and haunting. I also found several to-skip sex scenes. SO, this is just a note of warning: it's a good novel, but 'modern' in the sense that sometimes the author doesn't know when to draw the curtain. I hope nobody is too surprised or offended. And sorry about the mix-up. If anybody does read it, I 'd be interested in your response.
I do have another suggestion. Housekeeping, by Marilynne Robinson. It was published in the last two years, and I found it at the library without having to place a hold. Hope you like it!