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272 pages • first pub 2012 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780099582045
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: Not specified
The Beginner's Goodbye by Anne Tyler is a poignant and challenging novel that will resonate deeply with readers who have experienced loss and are seeking a nuanced exploration of the complexities of love, family, and the human spirit, making it a perfect fit for those who appreciate character-driven fiction and are looking for a story that will touch their heart and soul.
Description
Anne Tyler gives us a wise, haunting, and deeply moving new novel in which she explores how a middle-aged man, ripped apart by the death of his wife, is gradually restored by her frequent appearances—in their house, on the roadway, in the market. ...
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Moods
reflective: 81%
emotional: 54%
hopeful: 37%
sad: 37%
funny: 24%
relaxing: 21%
lighthearted: 16%
inspiring: 2%
mysterious: 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
GriefModerate
Death, Injury/Injury detailMinor
Ableism, Death of parent272 pages • first pub 2012 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780099582045
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: Not specified
The Beginner's Goodbye by Anne Tyler is a poignant and challenging novel that will resonate deeply with readers who have experienced loss and are seeking a nuanced exploration of the complexities of love, family, and the human spirit, making it a perfect fit for those who appreciate character-driven fiction and are looking for a story that will touch their heart and soul.
Description
Anne Tyler gives us a wise, haunting, and deeply moving new novel in which she explores how a middle-aged man, ripped apart by the death of his wife, is gradually restored by her frequent appearances—in their house, on the roadway, in the market. ...
Community Reviews
Moods
reflective: 81%
emotional: 54%
hopeful: 37%
sad: 37%
funny: 24%
relaxing: 21%
lighthearted: 16%
inspiring: 2%
mysterious: 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
GriefModerate
Death, Injury/Injury detailMinor
Ableism, Death of parent