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384 pages • first pub 2015 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781250820952
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Publication date: 13 April 2021
The Book of Speculation by Erika Swyler is a captivating and enchanting read that will resonate deeply with fans of magical realism, family sagas, and literary fiction, particularly those who appreciate stories that weave together the threads of love, loss, and the transformative power of stories.
Description
A sweeping and captivating debut novel about a young librarian who is sent a mysterious old book, inscribed with his grandmother's name. What is the book's connection to his family?Simon Watson, a young librarian, lives alone on the Long Island So...
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Moods
mysterious: 87%
emotional: 53%
dark: 50%
adventurous: 33%
sad: 28%
reflective: 26%
tense: 22%
hopeful: 10%
challenging: 9%
inspiring: 4%
funny: 2%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Abandonment, Suicide, GriefModerate
Death of parent, Murder, DeathMinor
Infidelity, Mental illness, Physical abuse384 pages • first pub 2015 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781250820952
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Publication date: 13 April 2021
The Book of Speculation by Erika Swyler is a captivating and enchanting read that will resonate deeply with fans of magical realism, family sagas, and literary fiction, particularly those who appreciate stories that weave together the threads of love, loss, and the transformative power of stories.
Description
A sweeping and captivating debut novel about a young librarian who is sent a mysterious old book, inscribed with his grandmother's name. What is the book's connection to his family?Simon Watson, a young librarian, lives alone on the Long Island So...
Community Reviews
Moods
mysterious: 87%
emotional: 53%
dark: 50%
adventurous: 33%
sad: 28%
reflective: 26%
tense: 22%
hopeful: 10%
challenging: 9%
inspiring: 4%
funny: 2%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Abandonment, Suicide, GriefModerate
Death of parent, Murder, DeathMinor
Infidelity, Mental illness, Physical abuse